PSV Eindhoven join race to sign Rele Mofokeng in potential R100 million move
PSV bound? Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven have reportedly been keeping tabs on Orlando Pirates starlet Relebohile Mofokeng. Photo: Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix
Image: Phakamisa Lensman/BackpagePix
Eredivisie champions PSV Eindhoven have reportedly joined the race to sign Orlando Pirates starlet Relebohile Mofokeng.
According to a report in Soccer Laduma, the Dutch giants are prepared to offer more than R100 million for the 20-year-old Mofokeng, who has been drawing interest from a number of European clubs during this transfer window.
"R100 million is like a round figure. It's more than that,” a source was quoted by the publication. “The amount they were negotiating for was initially R120 million. You know it's not exactly what you want that you get, and that's why they are talking about the R100 million, but it's believed to be more than that."
Earlier this window, the player was linked with a possible move to Israel, although this was dismissed by Pirates. Clubs in Major League Soccer in the United States have also been keeping tabs on the youngster.
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Two weeks ago, Bafana Bafana legend, Benni McCarthy, currently the head coach of the Kenya national team, urged Mofokeng to move to Europe in order to keep growing as a footballer.
“I’ve watched him several times, and I think he’s got huge potential. He’s got the mentality, the football brains, and mentality of players from my generation,” McCarthy said when answering IOL Sport’s question.
“He’s generations ahead of the current crop of players. I think he’s got what it takes to make it in Europe. I would encourage him to find a way to play in Europe. South Africa, yes, it has some of the best players in Africa, but Africa is a small continent in football terms.
“When you play in Europe, you get the chance to play against the biggest and the best. It’s you against the world.”
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