{"id":16603,"date":"2025-07-17T13:35:50","date_gmt":"2025-07-17T11:35:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=16603"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:14:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:14:15","slug":"mamelodi-sundowns-right-back-transfer-rumors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/mamelodi-sundowns-right-back-transfer-rumors\/","title":{"rendered":"Mamelodi Sundowns&#8217; Star Attracts Interest from Egyptian Giants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mamelodi Sundowns right-back Khuliso Mudau is becoming one of African football\u2019s most sought-after talents. Egyptian powerhouse Zamalek SC is reportedly monitoring his performances closely. The 30-year-old has impressed with his consistent form for both Sundowns and the South African national team, Bafana Bafana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-zamalek-sc-tracks-mudau-s-progress\">Zamalek SC Tracks Mudau\u2019s Progress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to sources close to the situation, Zamalek SC is keen to monitor Mudau\u2019s development with plans to make a move during the current transfer window. The club reportedly admires his consistent performances and believes his profile suits their needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An anonymous source told <em>Soccer Laduma<\/em>, \u201cZamalek has been made aware of Mudau\u2019s situation, and they like what they see. He\u2019s a consistent performer with the profile that suits them.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1659125049\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-mudau-s-rise-at-sundowns\">Mudau\u2019s Rise at Sundowns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mudau has established himself as one of Mamelodi Sundowns&#8217; key players since joining the club. His performances in both the CAF Champions League and FIFA Club World Cup have elevated his status. Mudau\u2019s speed, work ethic, and tactical discipline have made him one of the best right-backs in Africa. His ability to support attacks while maintaining solid defensive duties has made him indispensable to Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mudau\u2019s continued success at club level has also led to regular call-ups for Bafana Bafana, further enhancing his profile across the continent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sundowns-secure-mudau-s-future\">Sundowns Secure Mudau\u2019s Future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In response to mounting interest, Sundowns acted swiftly to extend Mudau\u2019s contract by two years, locking him in until June 2027. This move strengthens Sundowns&#8217; position in any potential negotiations and ensures Mudau\u2019s future at Chloorkop for the time being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-505888400\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-zamalek-s-pursuit-faces-challenges\">Zamalek\u2019s Pursuit Faces Challenges<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While Zamalek is interested in Mudau, his contract extension complicates matters. A significant offer would likely be required for Sundowns to consider letting go of their key player. <em>Soccer Laduma<\/em> reports that while talks are ongoing, no formal approach has been made by Zamalek yet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sundowns-ambitions-for-the-future\">Sundowns\u2019 Ambitions for the Future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sundownsfc.co.za\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mamelodi Sundowns<\/a> are preparing for another ambitious season and aim to retain key players like Mudau. With the club\u2019s financial muscle and competitive stature in African football, Sundowns are unlikely to part with their top players easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mudau\u2019s future, whether in South Africa or abroad, remains uncertain. However, for now, he remains focused on helping Sundowns succeed in both domestic and continental competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/lucas-ribeiro-future-at-sundowns\/\">Ribeiro\u2019s Future at Sundowns Unclear as Transfer Window Heats Up<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mamelodi Sundowns&#8217; Khuliso Mudau is attracting attention from Egyptian giants Zamalek SC. The Bafana Bafana right-back&#8217;s contract extension makes any move more complicated.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":12,"featured_media":16610,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"rank_math_focus_keyword":"","rank_math_title":"","rank_math_description":"Mamelodi Sundowns' Khuliso Mudau is attracting attention from Egyptian giants Zamalek SC. 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