Turkish side joins race for Lorch’s signature

Orlando Pirates reportedly received another offer from Turkish side Besiktas for the services of Thembinkosi Lorch.


Pirates reportedly rejected a R30 million ($2.1 million) offer from Belgium side Club Brugge, The Belgian giants are tabling an improved offer in the January transfer window.

According to FotoMac in Turkey the Pirates midfielder has been earmarked to replace winger Jeremain Lens who is set to leave the club, forward Tyler Boyd might leave the Black Eagles.

Besiktas are prepared to pay R28 million ($2 million) for Lorch but are yet to get a response from Pirates about the bid.

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