It’s now been confirmed that Hlatshwayo has formally made the transfer to SuperSport United, with the previous Pirates and Bafana captain having already began coaching beneath new coach Gavin Hunt.
The former Bafana captain loved memorable stints with Ajax Cape Town, Wits after which Pirates, however he was launched from the Buccaneers squad earlier this 12 months.
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Interestingly, he has now discovered a brand new house at SuperSport, the place he will probably be coached by newly-appointed Gavin Hunt.
SuperSport revealed the next assertion in regards to the deal:
SuperSport United is delighted to announce the arrival of former Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana captain Thulani Hlatshwayo on a one-year deal with an choice to renew.
The 32-year outdated reunites with head coach Gavin Hunt after a beautiful spell at Bidvest Wits between 2014 and 2020, profitable the league title in addition to the Telkom-Knock Out trophy.
Hlatshwayo involves the membership with a wealth of expertise having performed over 300 home video games and captained Bafana Bafana with simply over 30 caps beneath his belt.
Head coach, Gavin Hunt is worked up in regards to the membership’s new acquisition, “The signing of Tyson is a wonderful addition for the club and he comes with a lot of experience. He was the Bafana Bafana captain as well as my captain at Bidvest Wits, we won trophies together and he’s definitely ready to get working and to get going again. It’s a huge opportunity for him and for us at the club.”
Thulani Hlatshwayo provides: “SuperSport United is a team that is known to win trophies and I hope I can share my experience which means I have to equally work hard. There is competition in the team which is good for the energy around the players as well as keeping the togetherness and I will make sure I earn my right to play.”
PIRATES WISHED HLATSHWAYO WELL AFTER LEAVING THE CLUB EARLIER THIS YEAR
A frontrunner amongst males, Tyson has all the time sought to make a significant contribution wherever he performs, and that is what has in the end influenced his choice to request the Club to grant him his request to go away.
Hlatshwayo mentioned: “My dream to wear the black and white jersey of Orlando Pirates has been fulfilled.
“When I came here, I said I wanted a trophy, and we were able to deliver on that mandate. Unfortunately, the second season didn’t work out the way I wanted it to, and this is what has informed my decision to request the Club to grant me my wish of leaving because I still have a lot to give and a lot to offer in the field of play. This is something that I shared with Management.”
In a profession that spans over 13 years, the Hlatshwayo title has contributed to the success of each membership he has performed for. So, it was no shock that when the Soweto-born defender joined the Mighty Buccaneers in 2020; he was capable of assist information his boyhood membership to the MTN8 title in his first season.
“We had some positive talks (with Management) but with everything taken into careful consideration I have decided it’s the right time for me to leave the Club,” added Hlatshwayo.
“I will forever be grateful to the Chairman and the Club for granting me this wish. The Club and I have always had a fantastic relationship, which will continue beyond my playing days.
“For me, today is a new chapter filled with many emotions. There’s a sense of pride, sadness and also optimism towards the future.
“Finally, to the fans, I would personally like to thank you for all the support.”
On behalf of all the Orlando Pirates household, we want to thank Tyson for his significant contribution and professionalism throughout his keep. We want you nothing however the very best as you enter the following chapter in your footballing profession.
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