Orlando Pirates fans have been seeing buzz online about Europe's interest in Evidence Makgopa. Everyone has a price. What are Bucks fans saying about the popular Bafana Bafana striker online?
opinion: Will the much-maligned Orlando Pirates striker move on to bigger and better things?
opinion: Let us honor the name of Makgopa
If the price is right, Makgopa may relocate.
Interest from Belgium and France in 23-year-old Evidence Makgopa was confirmed in the following manner. Super Sports Journalist, Cereballo Karabo Pasha. Unsurprisingly, the replies to this tweet include some strong options from Bucks fans. The consensus seems to be that Makgopa would be welcomed to leave the club for a reasonable price. The theory is in the R30 million to R50 million range. It could be both, or something in between, if the right bidder arrives at the table. Check out the entire thread to see different reactions and opinions.
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Makgopa was a bit player in his first year with Orlando Pirates, so a call-up to the national team would have seemed like a ridiculous proposition. This season, he has shown explosive growth, scoring four goals in 13 league matches, and his presence at the international level cannot be denied. The Limpopo-born star led the way at AFCON and did it in style. The Bucks man drew a lot of criticism for his poor penalty taking in the shootout against Nigeria and in general play, but a closer look shows he has the raw material it takes to become a huge star. You can see that he is a man with the elements. Remember Arsenal's Emmanuel Adebayor? There are similarities there. Like Adebayor before him, Makgopa is a strong runner with a predatory instinct in front of goal. He also has mixed opinions. It's no surprise that European suitors are starting to flock to him. He's taking chances, and a big one could be on the horizon.
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Bucks fans, what is the asking price for Makgopa? Let us know in the comments.
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