Breaking News: pirates veteran midfielder set to leave..
Former Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Andile Jali may be headed to Magesi FC, according to recent reports ¹ ² ³. Jali, who parted ways with Moroka Swallows six months ago, has been working on his fitness and is ready to return to the field ¹.
Jali’s agent, Mike Makaab, has confirmed that the midfielder has held positive talks with a new club, though he did not disclose the name of the team ². Fans have taken to social media to guess the mystery club, with some predicting Magesi FC, while others hope for Cape Town City FC or Sekhukhune United ².
The 34-year-old Jali was previously linked to AmaZulu, though his agent has denied those rumors ⁴. Makaab has stated that Jali will join a Premier Soccer League side and remains in the DStv Premiership ² ⁵.
Jali spent five seasons with Sundowns before joining Swallows on a free transfer ahead of the 2023/24 campaign ³. During his time at Swallows, he was appointed captain and played 13 games before being dismissed ³. Swallows players, including Jali, were let go after the club faced internal issues and players went on strike over unpaid salaries ³.
Makaab has expressed confidence in Jali’s abilities, stating that he still has a lot to offer ² ³. Jali’s next move is highly anticipated, with fans eager to see where the former Bafana Bafana midfielder will end up ³.
In other news, Magesi FC chairman Solly Makhubela has denied rumors that Jali will be joining the team, leaving fans to speculate about the midfielder’s future ¹. While Jali’s next destination remains uncertain, one thing is clear – he is ready to return to the field and prove himself once again ¹.
