orlando pirates I lost my amulet Thembinkosi Lorhi to Mamelodi Sundowns On the day of the transfer deadline.
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Sundowns were able to make a shock signing for Roach on transfer deadline day, dazzling Pirates fans.
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Although it has already sailed, dstv premiership, Sundowns were the most active side in the January window. The Brazilians are already nine points behind second-placed Cape Town City with three games in hand. However, that didn't stop them from seeking to strengthen their team for the second half of the season. Of course, for them, taking into account their involvement on the continent, club fifa world cup Too. Lorch seems to be part of their vision to win more silverware and could be a welcome addition.
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Former Pirates fan favorite steve recohelea He said he understood Rourke's decision to leave.
Roach was no longer with the Pirates mentally.
“I wanted to see Roach finish his career with the Pirates, but I remember him saying that Roach's heart was no longer with the Pirates. He wanted to move on and play for a new team. It was always clear what he wanted, but he never thought he would leave Pirates for Sundowns, even after the club gave him so much support in his trial. Regarding the decision, I wish him the best. Pirates supporters loved him and he was a key player for them. They are not happy with his decision, but he is already gone. , there's nothing we can do now.'' Rekoelea said. kickoff.com
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A move to Sundowns usually comes with a hefty payday. Recoelea believes that may have influenced Roach's decision to leave the Pirates.
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“Money may have been one of the reasons he left Pirates for Sundowns, or maybe he felt he was no longer at Pirates' level. But we have to be fair as players, Don't feed on loyalty, clubs will say you're our legend, but they won't do anything to show you're their legend. You'll only hold the title of legend. There's a gold medal at home, but no money. And the money can't be eaten. Lorch still has five more seasons to play and we can't blame him, he knows what he's doing. That's his career,” Lekeoea said.
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All eyes will be on Roach to see if he can have the same influence at Sundowns as he did at Pirates.
