Pirates confirm Hlatshwayo, Hotto signings
"These are two players who have a proven pedigree both at club and international level and we are confident that they will complement the team that we have assembled," said Buccaneers chairman Irvin Khoza.
Thulani Hlatshwayo. Pic: Sydney Mahlangu/BackpagePix
Orlando Pirates have confirmed the signings of Bafana Bafana captain Thulani Hlatshwayo and Namibian winger Deon Hotto.
Both players were purchased from Bidvest Wits before the club’s franchise was sold to Limpopo outfit TTM, who will campaign in the Absa Premiership in Wits’ place next season.
“Orlando Pirates Football Club is pleased to announce the signing of Thulani Hlatshwayo and Deon Hotto from Bidvest Wits,” read a statement on the club’s official website.
“The Buccaneers have finally secured the signature of Hlatshwayo – a long-sought-target of the club, while in Hotto, the club has bagged one of the most consistent performers in the Premier Soccer League over the past few seasons.
“Both players join the club on long term deals.
“Speaking on the signings, Club Chairman Dr. Irvin Khoza said: “We are pleased to welcome Thulani [Hlatshwayo] and Deon [Hotto] to the Club. These are two players who have a proven pedigree both at club and international level and we are confident that they will complement the team that we have assembled.
“I must thank all those who were involved in the negotiations,” added the Chairman.”
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