Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has addressed the recent speculation surrounding the potential exits of midfielder Sphelele Mkhulise and striker Peter Shalulile from the club.
In recent weeks, rumors have been circulating that both players might be seeking moves away from the defending DStv Premiership champions. Mkhulise, known for his agility and technical ability, and Shalulile, the club’s prolific striker, have both been pivotal to Sundowns’ successes in the past few seasons, making them key figures in the squad.
However, in a statement that aims to clarify the situation, Cardoso has made it clear that there is no truth to these rumors and that both players are crucial to the team’s plans moving forward.
“I have spoken to both Sphelele and Peter, and they are fully committed to Mamelodi Sundowns,” Cardoso said during a press conference. “The rumors are just that – rumors. These two players are an integral part of our squad, and we have no intention of letting them go. They are both highly talented, and their performances have been important to our success in domestic and continental competitions.”
Cardoso further emphasized that Sundowns is focused on building a strong team for both the current and future seasons, and any talk of departures is simply unfounded.
“We are working together to build a team that can continue to compete at the highest level, and both Sphelele and Peter will be part of that journey. There are always rumors in football, but the reality is that they are not leaving.”
The statements from Cardoso come as a reassurance to fans who have been closely following the players’ futures at Sundowns. With the club striving for more success in both the DStv Premiership and CAF Champions League, keeping key players like Mkhulise and Shalulile is seen as essential to their ambitions.
Both players have had standout performances for Sundowns in recent seasons, with Mkhulise contributing to the midfield’s dynamism and Shalulile proving to be a consistent goal-scorer. Their involvement in the team’s future is clearly aligned with Cardoso’s vision, as the club aims for continued dominance on both the local and continental stages.
Fans of Mamelodi Sundowns will surely be relieved by the coach’s comments and can now look forward to seeing both Mkhulise and Shalulile play a key role in the club’s future endeavors.
