Jayden Adams has officially said goodbye to his former club, Stellenbosch FC, following his completed move to Mamelodi Sundowns this weekend. The 23-year-old South African international midfielder signed a three-and-a-half-year contract with the defending Premier Soccer League (PSL) champions, making him the first player to join Sundowns under new head coach Miguel Cardoso.
Adams’ transfer to Sundowns comes after a long-standing interest from the club. The talented midfielder had been on Sundowns’ radar since the tenure of previous head coach Rulani Mokwena, who had attempted to sign him during the previous summer transfer window but missed out on securing the deal at that time. Now, with the arrival of Cardoso, Sundowns were able to complete the signing, marking the beginning of a new chapter in Adams’ career.
Having spent five years at Stellenbosch, Adams developed a deep connection with the club, its players, and its fans. He was a key figure in the team’s success, helping them secure their first-ever major trophy – the Carling Knockout Cup – last season. This achievement marked a historic moment for the club and solidified Adams’ place as one of Stellenbosch’s standout performers during his time there.
In an emotional message shared on his official Instagram, Adams took the time to express his heartfelt gratitude to Stellenbosch FC for playing such a pivotal role in his development as a professional footballer. He posted three photos of himself in a Stellenbosch shirt, reflecting on his journey with the club, and accompanied the images with a touching farewell letter to the team and its loyal supporters.
“Thank you, Stellenbosch FC, for everything,” Adams wrote in his post. “You’ve been more than just a club to me. You’ve been a family, and I’m forever grateful for the opportunities I’ve had here. From the first day I arrived, you helped shape me into the player and person I am today. I’ll always remember our historic Carling Knockout Cup win and the incredible moments we shared on the field.”
The midfielder continued by acknowledging the special bond he shares with the Stellenbosch fans, who supported him throughout his journey with the club. He expressed his pride in being part of a team that had made history and thanked the coaching staff and management for helping him grow both as a footballer and an individual.
Looking ahead, Adams is now focused on his future with Mamelodi Sundowns. As part of one of the most successful clubs in South African football, he will be eager to contribute to Sundowns’ ongoing success. The defending PSL champions will be hoping Adams can bring his creativity and energy to their midfield as they aim to retain their league title and pursue further silverware.
Adams could make his debut for Sundowns in their next league match, and many fans are excited to see what he will bring to the team. With his move to Sundowns, he now enters a new phase of his career, where the expectations will be higher, but the rewards and opportunities even greater. Still, Adams has shown that he will always cherish his roots at Stellenbosch, and his farewell message serves as a reminder of the importance of the journey, not just the destination.
