Transfers full list: Orlando Pirates sign six players

Soccer Bullet | 18.06.2026 13:06

The Buccaneers have strengthened every area of the pitch, bringing in defensive reinforcements, midfield options and attacking talent as they continue to reshape the squad for the challenges ahead.

ORLANDO PIRATES BUILD FOR THE FUTURE

Recent arrivals Neo Rapoo and Siyanda Ndlovu have taken the club’s tally of confirmed signings to six.

They have joined previously announced recruits Sbangani Zulu, Mthetheleli Mthiyane, Bohlale Ngwato and Ghampani Lungu.

The latest additions reflect Orlando Pirates’ strategy of investing in emerging South African talent while maintaining competition for places across the squad.

Left-back Neo Rapoo arrives from Siwelele FC after impressing with his attacking displays and defensive work rate, while Siyanda Ndlovu joins from Golden Arrows following a breakout Betway Premiership campaign in which he established himself as one of the league’s most creative attacking midfielders.

Earlier in the window, Orlando Pirates unveiled central defender Zulu from Richards Bay FC, and midfielder Mthiyane from Stellenbosch FC.

Additionally, winger Bohlale Ngwato signed from Siwelele FC and his teammate striker Ghampani Lungu, giving the technical team fresh options in key positions.

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Zulu is expected to add physicality and competition at the back, while Mthiyane bolsters the midfield with his energy and composure in possession.

Ngwato offers pace and left-footed quality in the wide areas, and Lungu provides another option up front alongside Yanela Mbuthuma and Evidence Makgopa.

With Rapoo strengthening the left side of defence and Ndlovu bringing creativity in advanced areas, Orlando Pirates have assembled a six-man intake designed to improve both the starting XI and overall squad depth.

The aggressive recruitment drive signals the club’s determination to compete strongly on all fronts as preparations continue for another demanding season.

ORLANDO PIRATES STARTING XI WITH THE SIX NEW ADDITIONS

Sipho Chaine, Kamogelo Sebelebele, Sbangani Zulu, Lebone Seema, Neo Rapoo, Mthetheleli Mthiyane, Thalente Mbatha, Tshepang Moremi, Bohlale Ngwato, Siyanda Ndlovu, Ghampani Lungu.