Pirates assistant coach Mandla Ncikazi on Tuesday in a press conference, however, had a rather unusual take on the issue when asked if his side would still be looking to add to their player stocks.
Orlando Pirates are unlikely to tinker much with their starting lineup in the Soweto Derby against Kaizer Chiefs in the Betway Premiership on Saturday. Photo: Phill Magakoe/AFPIn fact, the January transfer window closed on Tuesday, and therefore the AmaKhosi left it until the last minute before they put pen to paper.
While Chiefs were furiously inking out the contracts, the Pirates management would have had their focus on the game itself.It is true that Pirates have excelled this season as they are second on the Betway Premiership log, and at six points behind Mamelodi Sundowns they are their closest challengers.
To their credit, Pirates are through to the quarterfinals of the Caf Champions League and will also have a an eye on the Nedbank Cup."As I said earlier, you will always look for something more in the market, but if there is anything that management and the coaches feel is necessary, we will add that.”
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