Polokwane City have wasted no time in reinforcing their squad ahead of the 2025/26 DStv Premiership season, having completed their first off-season signing by securing a promising defender from the Motsepe Foundation Championship.
The Limpopo-based side, who narrowly escaped relegation last season, have turned their attention to bolstering their backline — and they’ve done so by signing a player who impressed despite playing for a club that finished in the bottom half of the second tier.
According to sources close to the club, the new signing is viewed as a long-term investment, with the technical team believing he has the potential to develop into a top-tier defender under the right guidance. While the player’s name has not yet been officially announced, it’s understood he was one of the standout performers in the lower division and had attracted attention from a few other top-flight clubs.
The move shows Polokwane City’s intent to build a more stable and competitive squad after a shaky campaign. The club is expected to make more additions in the coming weeks, with further reinforcements likely to follow in midfield and attack.
This first signing marks the beginning of what could be a busy and ambitious transfer window for Rise and Shine as they aim to cement their place in the Premiership and push for a stronger finish in the upcoming season.
