Junior Mendieta Leaves Stellenbosch FC for Mamelodi Sundowns!

Junior Mendieta Leaves Stellenbosch FC for Mamelodi Sundowns! The Argentine has waved goodbye to Stellies.

Stellenbosch FC have confirmed that midfielder Junior Mendieta has left the club. He will be joining DSTV Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns.

The attacking midfielder has been linked with a move to The Brazilians for most of the year. The rumours have proven to be true.

Stellies confirmed that an agreement was reached with Mamelodi Sundowns for the sale if Mendieta.

“Stellenbosch Football Club can confirm that an agreement has been reached with reigning DStv Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns for the transfer of Júnior Mendieta,” the club stated.

“The Argentine midfielder departs after three seasons in Stellenbosch where he scored 15 goals in 79 appearances across all competitions, including a joint-club-record 14 goals in the DStv Premiership.

“Mendieta quickly established himself as a fan-favourite during his stay in the Cape Winelands as a result of his tenacity, ability on the ball, and goal-scoring acumen, all of which aided the club’s cause on the pitch in recent times.

“The 30-year-old was instrumental in Stellenbosch achieving a club-record fourth-place finish in the league during the 2021/22 campaign and featured prominently to help fire the team to a first Nedbank Cup semi-final last season.”

The midfielder thanked the fans for their support during his stay at the club.

“Thank you for the opportunity and the love that you have given me all these years,” he spoke.

“I think I have done my job very well and I have always given my best, and that leaves me at ease. I will always carry Stellenbosch in my heart and be grateful for all the love and affection they gave me and my family.” He confirmed.

The Brazilians are set to announce the signing on their own platforms. Junior Mendieta Leaves Stellenbosch FC for Mamelodi Sundowns!