The Soweto giants, currently without a head coach, have placed Mokwena at the top of their wish list—even as CAF Champions League winners Pyramids FC also show strong interest.
Quiet Talks Underway at Pirates
Insiders reveal that Orlando Pirates haven’t given up on securing Mokwena’s return. According to sources, a senior club official is holding discreet, direct talks with the coach, keeping the negotiations very private.
“There’s definitely interest, but it’s hush-hush. Not even his agent is publicly discussing it. Only one person from Pirates is in contact with Mokwena, and if a deal happens, it will be sealed between those two,” said a club insider, as reported by Soccer Laduma.
This secretive approach highlights how significant Mokwena’s potential return would be for the team’s future.
Pirates Racing Against the Clock
With pre-season training set to begin in early July, Pirates are under pressure to finalize their new head coach soon. The club is expected to announce the appointment before players return to training.
Mokwena himself has stressed the urgency, telling the media he needs to confirm his next role within days to properly prepare for the season ahead.
