Orlando Pirates have confirmed the departure of Zimbabwean striker Terrence Dzvukamanja to SuperSport United, in a statement which reveals that they are surprised by the latest developments. SLSiya Read more:
As previously reported by the Siya crew, SuperSport were interested in signing Dzvukamanja from Pirates. The player's contract with the Soweto giants was due to expire at the end of June, but it appears Pirates were confident of having him on board, especially after he played such an important role for the side during the second half of last season, scoring the winner in the Nedbank Cup final against Sekhukhune United in May.
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"After consideration, the Club offered to pay his salary whilst sorting out his personal issues at home. The Club acceded to this on compassionate grounds. As part of the Club’s commitment to players’ welfare, Orlando Pirates makes an effort to, where possible, meet the players’ requests in circumstances that help amongst other things, their mental wellbeing.
"The Club was therefore surprised by an approach from SuperSport United for the player’s services since the Club had made plans to include the player in their CAF Champions League squad."
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