Orlando Pirates star Gilberto has been loaned back to his former club, Petro de Luanda, after a disappointing six-month spell with the South African giants. He was unable to break into the starting lineup due to competition from other players.
Orlando Pirates star Gilberto has parted ways with the Soweto giants and returned to his former club, Petro de Luanda, after a short stint of just six months. The Angolan winger joined the Buccaneers last summer for a reported fee of R10 million, and his arrival was widely anticipated as a perfect fit for the Sea Robbers. However, the last six months have proven challenging for the 23-year-old. Gilberto was unable to secure a consistent place in Jose Riveiro's starting lineup.
His path to the first team was hindered by the impressive performances of Relebohile Mofokeng and the emergence of Mohau Nkota from the reserve team. Consequently, Orlando Pirates has sent Gilberto back to Petro de Luanda on loan for the remainder of the season, despite him signing a three-year deal with the Bucs last summer. The South African football club released an official statement on their website to confirm their agreement with Petro de Luanda regarding Gilberto's loan move this January. 'Orlando Pirates has reached an agreement for the loan transfer of Angolan international Gilberto to Petro de Luanda for the remainder of the season,' the club stated. This move signifies a swift reversal of fortunes for Gilberto, who had initially joined Orlando Pirates with high hopes and expectations
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