{"id":22252,"date":"2025-08-12T15:46:09","date_gmt":"2025-08-12T13:46:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=22252"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:03:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:03:15","slug":"psl-transfer-window","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/psl-transfer-window\/","title":{"rendered":"PSL Transfer Frenzy: Big Names Set to Leave Before Deadline"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>As the PSL transfer window nears its close, there are still several high-profile moves to be made. While many clubs have already wrapped up their business, a few are still actively looking to bolster their squads. According to <em>Soccer Laduma<\/em>, multiple players are set to make moves before the window shuts, with a number of them currently attached to clubs like Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These changes could significantly impact team dynamics ahead of the new season. Here\u2019s a breakdown of the key players likely to make a move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-lucas-ribeiro-costa-mamelodi-sundowns\">1. <strong>Lucas Ribeiro Costa (Mamelodi Sundowns)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/d2u1z1lopyfwlx.cloudfront.net\/thumbnails\/03523745-064b-5fe6-80c3-caf8ae5f97ba\/1263d084-e9dc-563e-8c62-cd613ffc8258.jpg\" alt=\"Report: Tau's Ex-Club Win Ribeiro Costa Race | Soccer Laduma\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest name expected to leave Mamelodi Sundowns is <strong>Lucas Ribeiro Costa<\/strong>, the PSL Footballer of the Season. Costa&#8217;s standout performances have caught the attention of <strong>Qatar SC<\/strong>, Percy Tau&#8217;s former club. The midfielder is believed to be on the verge of making the switch, and Sundowns fans will be disappointed to see one of their top performers depart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-4229011822\" 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-2-thembinkosi-lorch-mamelodi-sundowns\">2. <strong>Thembinkosi Lorch (Mamelodi Sundowns)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/d2u1z1lopyfwlx.cloudfront.net\/thumbnails\/506a234a-9857-5cee-b28a-2b7a85da5a2d\/c35bb54e-4457-55d2-b690-efa458abc4f6.jpg\" alt=\"Lorch Opens Up On Sundowns Move - iDiski Times\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another key player poised for departure is <strong>Thembinkosi Lorch<\/strong>. Although his future has been uncertain, it\u2019s believed that Lorch is set to leave Sundowns in the coming days. His next destination remains unclear, but his exit will surely leave a gap in Sundowns\u2019 attacking options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-thapelo-maseko-mamelodi-sundowns\">3. <strong>Thapelo Maseko (Mamelodi Sundowns)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cms.sabcsport.com\/storage\/images\/thapelo-maseko-of-mamelodi-sundowns16.webp\" alt=\"Thapelo Maseko move imminent following Club World Cup ...\" style=\"width:314px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thapelo Maseko<\/strong> is another player linked with an exit from Sundowns. While not as high-profile as some others, Maseko has been a consistent presence at the club. Reports suggest he could be moving elsewhere, though his next destination is yet to be confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1576248977\" 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-4-neo-maema-mamelodi-sundowns\">4. <strong>Neo Maema (Mamelodi Sundowns)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/d2u1z1lopyfwlx.cloudfront.net\/thumbnails\/9e9e5b23-70c9-55b6-96b4-7cb5791d619c\/5c070016-153d-59f3-bf59-9f9027b9425b.jpg\" alt=\"It really does not matter to me' \u2013 Simba SC linked Neo Maema ...\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Neo Maema<\/strong>\u2019s time at Sundowns seems to be coming to an end, as he is reportedly set to join <strong>Simba SC<\/strong> in Tanzania on loan. This move would give Maema more playing time and could help him develop further, but it also leaves Sundowns with a potential gap in their midfield options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-katlego-otladisa-orlando-pirates\">5. <strong>Katlego Otladisa (Orlando Pirates)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.goal.com\/images\/v3\/blt953944d0e8ce3323\/Katlego_Otladisa.jpg?auto=webp&amp;format=pjpg&amp;width=3840&amp;quality=60\" alt=\"Katlego Otladisa's agent confirms interest in struggling ...\" style=\"width:328px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Katlego Otladisa<\/strong> has struggled to secure a regular spot in Orlando Pirates\u2019 starting lineup. His future at the club is uncertain, and sources suggest that he could be on his way out before the transfer window closes. The winger\u2019s next club is yet to be confirmed, but he will likely seek regular first-team football elsewhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2076403468\" 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-6-khulumani-ndamane-ts-galaxy\">6. <strong>Khulumani Ndamane (TS Galaxy)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/vodacomsoccer.com\/_next\/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fstorage.googleapis.com%2Fmobi_express%2Fimages%2F2025%2F3%2F1743147984796%2F16%2Fkhulumani-ndamane16.jpeg&amp;w=1920&amp;q=75\" alt=\"Vodacom Soccer | News | TS Galaxy defender Khulumani Ndamane ...\" style=\"width:355px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In a potential incoming move for Sundowns, <strong>Khulumani Ndamane<\/strong> from <strong>TS Galaxy<\/strong> has been linked with a switch to the reigning champions. If the move goes through, Sundowns will add another talented player to their ranks, but this also signals that they are indeed preparing for several exits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-peter-shalulile-mamelodi-sundowns\">7. <strong>Peter Shalulile (Mamelodi Sundowns)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/iol-prod.appspot.com\/image\/aaf7774b5835b614590687a95b31c5981b4c0697\/3230\/jpeg\" alt=\"Peter Shalulile exits Mamelodi Sundowns as contract runs out ...\" style=\"width:366px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sundowns\u2019 star striker <strong>Peter Shalulile<\/strong> has been one of the top performers in the PSL, and his remarkable form has drawn interest from <strong>Esperance<\/strong> in Tunisia. Although it\u2019s unclear whether Sundowns will entertain offers for Shalulile, any move would surely be a major loss for the team. He remains one of the league&#8217;s most valuable players.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-569513492\" 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-8-siphelo-baloni-orlando-pirates\">8. <strong>Siphelo Baloni (Orlando Pirates)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/d2u1z1lopyfwlx.cloudfront.net\/thumbnails\/cdc42677-8ef9-5fb1-9d23-8ae737852fbf\/5c070016-153d-59f3-bf59-9f9027b9425b.jpg\" alt=\"Orlando Pirates loanee Siphelo Baloni reveals Mamelodi ...\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After spending last season on loan at <strong>Chippa United<\/strong>, <strong>Siphelo Baloni<\/strong> could be on the move again. With limited opportunities at Orlando Pirates, Baloni may seek a permanent transfer to another club to reignite his career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-terrence-mashego-mamelodi-sundowns\">9. <strong>Terrence Mashego (Mamelodi Sundowns)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dailypost.ng\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/terrence-mashego-1664877805-93633.jpg\" alt=\"AFCON 2023: 'It's going to be difficult'\u2014South Africa's ...\" style=\"width:292px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Terrence Mashego<\/strong> has been another player linked with an exit from Sundowns. Although not a regular starter, Mashego has shown promise in his appearances, and it\u2019s believed he could be on his way out before the window closes. His destination remains uncertain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-2489632128\" 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-10-etiosa-ighodaro-mamelodi-sundowns\">10. <strong>Etiosa Ighodaro (Mamelodi Sundowns)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/amazulufc.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Ighodaro-1400.jpg\" alt=\"Etiosa Ighodaro \u2013 Amazulu FC\" style=\"width:306px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another Sundowns striker, <strong>Etiosa Ighodaro<\/strong>, has reportedly caught the eye of <strong>Kaizer Chiefs<\/strong>. If the deal materializes, it could be a significant boost for Chiefs, who are looking to bolster their attacking options. However, Sundowns will likely be reluctant to lose yet another striker during the window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Check also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/amazulu-fc-face-sundowns-test-at-loftus-versfeld\/\">AmaZulu FC Face Tough Test at Loftus Versfeld Against Sundowns<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the transfer window draws to a close, Mamelodi Sundowns looks set to lose several key players, including Lucas Ribeiro Costa, Thembinkosi Lorch, and Peter Shalulile, while Orlando Pirates and other clubs are also in the mix for potential departures and arrivals. These moves will have a major impact on the teams and the PSL as a whole, with exciting developments expected in the final days of the window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Which move do you think will have the biggest impact on the PSL this season? 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