Pirates confirm Ndlondlo exit, Saleng loan move

Orlando Pirates have confirmed changes to their squad, announcing the departure of Ndabayithethwa Ndlondlo and the loan move of Monnapule Saleng ahead of the new season.

The club, currently in Spain for their pre-season camp under new coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, confirmed that Ndlondlo has departed, while Saleng will be joining newly-promoted Orbit College on loan for the upcoming season.

Ndlondlo’s departure comes as Chippa United are reportedly in talks to secure his signing. The midfielder struggled to secure a regular starting position, making 23 appearances across all competitions last season without scoring or providing an assist.

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Meanwhile, Saleng, who hasn’t featured for the Buccaneers since December 2024 in a CAF Champions League group stage match against Al Ahly SC, will return to Orbit College. This is the club where he initially caught attention before joining Pirates.

Despite a contractual dispute that saw him miss training and be dropped from the Soweto giants’ squad, and a subsequent appearance for Bafana Bafana in the CHAN qualifiers in April, Pirates have now officially confirmed his loan move.

In a statement issued on Wednesday night, the club said: “Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm the departure of midfielder Phillip Ndlondlo. The 28-year-old is now free to sign with a club of his choice. Ndlondlo, who joined the Buccaneers in 2022, made a number of notable contributions during his time in the famous black and white.

“The club extends its sincere gratitude to Phillip for his professionalism and commitment during his spell at Orlando Pirates and wishes him every success in the next chapter of his career.

“Meanwhile, Orlandopiratesfc.com can also confirm that an agreement has been reached with Orbit College FC for the loan of Monnapule Saleng. The 27-year-old will spend the 2025/26 season with the newly crowned outfit.”