Rulani Mokwena in Talks With CAF Champions League Finalists Amid Pyramids FC Interest
South African coach Rulani Mokwena is reportedly in active discussions with Egyptian giants Pyramids FC, following strong indications that current head coach Krunoslav Jurcic could part ways with the club despite leading them to a historic CAF Champions League triumph.
Jurcic, who guided Pyramids to their first-ever CAF Champions League title after defeating Mamelodi Sundowns this past weekend, has left the door open for a possible exit. The Croatian tactician, while celebrating the club’s second major trophy, admitted that his future hinges on whether he and the club’s hierarchy align on long-term plans.
With speculation swirling around Jurcic’s potential departure, Egyptian media outlet The Egyptian Telegraph reports that Pyramids FC have already begun preparing for life after him — and Rulani Mokwena has emerged as a strong candidate to take over.
Mokwena, 38, is currently without a club after parting ways with Morocco’s Wydad Athletic Club at the end of the season. Despite a brief and turbulent stint in Casablanca, Mokwena’s coaching pedigree and tactical acumen have not gone unnoticed. His name has been linked with several high-profile roles on the continent, but it now appears that Pyramids FC are leading the race for his signature.
The same report highlights that the Pyramids FC board is impressed with Mokwena’s attacking style and his ability to instill structure and identity within a team. His previous experience at Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns, as well as his continental exposure, have further enhanced his reputation as one of the most forward-thinking young coaches in African football.
Should Jurcic make his anticipated exit, Mokwena is said to be the frontrunner to assume the reins for the 2025/26 campaign. Talks are reportedly ongoing, with both parties interested in laying down a long-term vision.
As one of the fastest-rising coaching figures from South Africa, Mokwena’s potential appointment at a Champions League-winning club could mark a defining moment in his career and underline the growing influence of South African coaching talent across the continent.
