Orlando Pirates Confirm Thabang Monare Signing! The former Bidvest Wits midfielder joins as a free agent after being released by TTM. Thabang Monare becomes the 6th signing for the Buccaneers this summer.
Thabang Monare was reportedly close to join Orlando Pirates throughout the transfer window. Monare was among a flurry of players to be left as free agents after the dissemination of Bidvest Wits.
Monare joins former Wits teammates in Thulani Hlatshwayo, Deon Hotto, Terrence Dzvukamanja and Gabadinho Mhango amongst others at Orlando Pirates.
The 31 year old has signed a 2 year contract with The Sea Robbers. He is joining a side that is heavily influenced by Bidvest Wits.
Orlando Pirates released a statement on their website following the transfer:
“Orlando Pirates Football Club is pleased to confirm the signing of Thabang Monare as a free agent.
“The former Jomo Cosmos and Bidvest Wits midfielder joins the Buccaneers on a two-year deal.
“The 31-year-old who spent four seasons at the Clever Boys, comes in to bolster the midfield where the Buccaneers will be contesting in a compressed 2020/21 season which includes the CAF Confederations Cup.
“I am happy to have signed with the Club,” said Monare.
“I hope, like I have done in my entire career, I can make a meaningful contribution during my time here. I think this is a team that suits my style of play and that can only benefit me and the team for the season ahead.”
The Buccaneers are also reportedly set to announce goalkeeper Ofori in the coming hours.
