By Lehlohonolo Lehana.
@OrlandoPirates.
Orlando Pirates have officially announced the signing of Daniel Msendami and Mpho Chabatsane, strengthening their squad ahead of the resumption of the Premier Soccer League (PSL) 2025/26 season.
Msendami bolsters an already competitive Pirates midfield, meanwhile Chabatsane is expected to strengthen the defensive unit and could help fill the gap left by Mbekezeli Mbokazi.
In a statement released on Tuesday afternoon, the club thanked Marumo Gallants and wished the players well as they don the famous black and white jersey.
“The Buccaneers have reached an agreement with Marumo Gallants for the services of both players, with the transfers concluded on a permanent and imi.mediate basis, “said Pirates in a club statement.
“Orlando Pirates would like to commend the leadership of Marumo Gallants for the professional and cooperative manner in which the transaction was handled.
“Following the completion of all the necessary clearances, Msendami and Chabatsane will travel to the North West Province, where the squad is currently in camp and being put through their paces by the technical team as preparations intensify ahead of the resumption of the Betway Premiership season.
“The Club looks forward to integrating both players into the group and believes they will add value and healthy competition within the squad.
“Orlando Pirates Football Club welcomes Daniel Msendami and Mpho Chabatsane and wishes them every success in this establishment.”
Msendami has played 16 matches across all competitions this term – 13 in the Premier Soccer League, with just a goal to his name and Chabatsane has played 17 games with 13 league games and four in the Carling Knockout.