The Ultimate July Transfer Breakdown for betway big three

Orlando Pirates are 2025 - 2026 CHAMPIONS, without Rele Mofokeng will it be easy to defend their title? Mamelodi Sundowns just lost Adams, will they win the 2026 - 2027 in his memory, surely they have the quality and squad depth, will it be the year for the mighty Amakhosi the glamor boys.

ORLANDO PIRATES

The biggest headline of Orlando Pirates window is the high-profile departure of starlet Relebohile Mofokeng, who completed a landmark transfer to Belgian outfit Royale Union Saint-Gilloise. Mofokeng’s move to Europe represents a major commercial success for Orlando Pirates, though it leaves a creative vacuum in the attacking midfield third.

Additionally, the Soweto giants cleared roster space by parting ways with fringe players and senior figures alike, including:

• Goodman Mosele (permanent move to Chippa United)

• Bandile Shandu & Seth Green (transfers to Durban City)

• Thabiso Lebitso & Karim Kimvuidi

      MAMELODI SUNDOWNS

• Siyanda Ndlovu: The marquee domestic capture from Lamontville Golden Arrows adds pace and dynamic width to the flanks.
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• Cassius Mailula: Makes a sensational return to Chloorkop from Toronto FC, instantly bolstering central attacking options.
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• Kobamelo Kodisang & Antonio van Wyk: Dynamic options providing depth across wide positions to navigate demanding multi-front schedules.

• To make space for incoming talent, Masandawana executed key squad transitions:

• Peter Shalulile: The legendary striker officially departed Chloorkop, marking the end of a prolific era in Pretoria.
• Thapelo Maseko: Set for an outbound move/loan following key tournament exposure, allowing room for young wide talent to step up.

KAIZER CHIEFS 

 Several fringe players have been loaned out to maintain active match sharpness while managing foreign player quotas.

• Thabo Moloisane: The highly rated central defender joined on a free transfer from Stellenbosch FC, bringing immediate PSL composure and leadership to the backline.
• Renaldo Leaner: Secured as a free agent following his departure from Sekhukhune United, the Bafana Bafana goalkeeper provides essential depth and competition in the goalkeeping department.
• Adolf Mtasingwa Bitegeko: The Tanzanian international midfielder arrived from Azam FC, adding tactical discipline, physical anchor play, and continental experience to the midfield pivot.
• To maintain squad balance and create room for tactical adjustments, several departures were finalized:
• Aden McCarthy: The standout 21-year-old left-sided center-back secured a move to Europe with Azerbaijani side Sabah FK.
• Fiacre Ntwari: Sent on a season-long loan to newly promoted Kruger United to secure consistent first-team action.
• Squad Trimming: Senior figures and fringe players parted ways with Amakhosi, including George Matlou (Stellenbosch FC), Tashreeq Morris (Durban City FC), Happy Mashiane, and Gastón Sirino.