Pirates in Discussion with Avian Club Regarding Defender

Moroka Swallows and Orlando Pirates have reportedly been in talks about the future of Bongani Sam, the on loan left back. According to Siya sources, the Dube Birds are keen to keep the former Bloemfontein Celtic defender beyond his one-year loan deal.

It is believed that coach Steve Komphela is an admirer of Sam and has expressed his desire to keep him, while the player himself is also keen on remaining at Swallows. A Siya source said: “For now it’s all up to Pirates. Whether they really need to have him or can let him go to a team where he will play regularly.”

The source added that Sam has been a regular player and dependable left back for Swallows this season, having played all eight league games. This is in stark contrast to last season, when he only played nine games for the whole season.

A second source told the Siya crew that the player himself has made it clear that he wants to stay at Swallows. The source said: “Every player wants to be at a club where he can play and given the opportunity and the money for Swallows to keep him, the player has shown that he wants to stay. Swallows are also interested in keeping him permanently and that leaves the ball in Pirates’ court right now.”

The Siya crew approached both clubs for comment but no response was received.