Orlando Pirates officially stepped back from the race to sign the Congress goal machine fiston Meyel, despite years of praise and attempted to woo Sweeto.
Buccaneers recognized the pyramids FC striker as a highest priority, which dating back in the era of Spanish head coach Jose Riviro. At that time, the pirates demanded to strengthen their frontline with a perfect finisher, and Meyel ticks all the right boxes.
“Orlando Pirates is interested in Fiston Meyel, since he was still under Jose Riviro, as his coach,” a source confirmed.
“Many attempts have been made to bring him to the club, and agents from both South Africa and abroad have tried to facilitate the deal. But the reality is that, the player’s value is possible in the local market.”
The rise of Meely Leaves PSL veterans behind
Myel has enjoyed a sensational campaign, which has taken Pyramid FC to its first CAF Champions League Triumph. The Congoles finished as the top scorer of the tournament with nine goals, including a decisive attack against Orlando Pirates in the semi -finals and the Micomei Sundown in the final.
The 30 -year performance on the Continental stage has dramatically increased their market value. In the Egyptian Premier League, Meyel continued his stellar form, finishing the pyramid in second place and one in the Egyptian Cup final.
R70M contract keeps Meyel out of reach
Egyptian reports suggest that pyramids have already expanded an attractive contract of R70 million per season in a bid to maintain their amulets. This large -scale financial package has almost impossible for local clubs including pirates.
Facing with this financial reality, Orlando Pirates has now focused on more attainable goals.
The chief still expect but face the same fight
While Bucccaneers are bent out, Kaizer is interested in achieving the services of the leading Meyel. The striker first confirmed that he discussed with Amakhosi’s head coach Nasredin Nabi, Under which he used to thrive in young Africans SC in Tanzania.
However, the increasing value tag of Mayel presents a malignant obstacle to the Naturina-based side.
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