Mamelodi Sundowns are reportedly ready to move on from midfielder Sipho Mbule following a rocky loan stint at Sekhukhune United. With several contracts set to expire in June, the DStv Premiership champions have begun streamlining their squad — and Mbule looks set to be among the first casualties.
Sekhukhune Lose Patience Over Mbule’s Discipline
According to insiders, Sekhukhune United are planning to offload Mbule before the season concludes. This follows yet another alleged off-field incident, with sources suggesting the club’s patience has finally run out. Earlier in the year, the 26-year-old was already called in for a disciplinary meeting after a reported clash with a member of the technical team.
Despite initially showing signs of progress, Mbule has once again found himself under fire for alleged misconduct — possibly sealing his fate.
Sundowns Set to Walk Away as Contract Nears Expiry
With Mbule’s contract at Sundowns due to expire at the end of June — and an option for extension available — sources suggest the club is leaning toward letting him go. The loan to Sekhukhune was intended to help him regain form and discipline, but recent developments have left Sundowns with little confidence in reintegrating him into the squad.
“At the beginning of his loan, it looked promising. He was getting minutes and showing hunger,” said a source. “But the issues off the pitch have changed the conversation.”
Could Kaizer Chiefs Reignite Their Interest?
With his future at both Sekhukhune and Sundowns uncertain, attention may turn to Kaizer Chiefs. The Soweto giants had previously shown strong interest in Mbule before Sundowns secured his signature. But will Chiefs be willing to overlook his disciplinary concerns — including allegations of arriving at training under the influence — in exchange for his undeniable talent?
As Sundowns prepare to cut ties, the ball is now in the court of clubs bold enough to take a chance on Mbule — if they believe they can help him turn a corner.
