Orlando Pirates Unveil Sipho Mbule and Multiple New Signings in Bold Squad Rebuild for 2025/26 Season

Orlando Pirates have signaled their serious intentions for the upcoming 2025/26 season by wasting no time in bolstering their squad with a wave of new signings, headlined by the arrival of Sipho Mbule from Mamelodi Sundowns.

Mbule’s capture was officially confirmed on Tuesday, following his recent loan spell at Sekhukhune United. The talented midfielder arrives with high expectations as the Soweto giants look to add creativity and depth to their engine room.

But Pirates didn’t stop there. The Buccaneers have now unveiled an impressive list of additional signings, with Tshepo Mashiloane, Masindi Nemtajela, Nkosikhona Ndaba, Yanela Mbuthuma, Tshepang Moremi, Sihle Nduli, and Sinoxolo Kwayiba all joining the ranks at Mayfair. Each of these players brings a mix of youth, energy, and proven domestic experience, adding fresh competition for places in the squad.

This aggressive recruitment drive comes just days after the club’s announcement of Abdeslam Ouaddou as their new head coach. The Moroccan mentor, who won praise for steering Marumo Gallants to safety last season, is now tasked with guiding Pirates through a crucial new chapter focused on structure, intensity, and consistency both domestically and in continental competitions.

Ouaddou is expected to officially link up with the squad later this week. He will work alongside a well-assembled technical team that includes Mandla Ncikazi, Rayaan Jacobs, Helmi Gueldich, and Tyron Damons. Together, the coaching staff will oversee pre-season preparations, which include a high-performance training camp in Marbella, Spain, scheduled from July 8 to 20.

The Pirates hierarchy has made it clear that the club’s transfer business is far from over. More player movement—both incoming and outgoing—is expected in the coming days as the Buccaneers fine-tune their squad for the challenges of the Betway Premiership and their upcoming CAF Champions League campaign.

With fresh faces, a new coaching philosophy, and a renewed sense of ambition, Orlando Pirates fans can look forward to an exciting and competitive season ahead.