Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club have reportedly abandoned their pursuit of Bafana Bafana striker Lebo Mothiba, according to sources within the African football community. The highly rated forward, who has been a key player for the South African national team, was the subject of intense speculation linking him with a move to the Moroccan club. However, it appears that Wydad has now decided to withdraw from negotiations, leaving Mothiba’s future in limbo.
Mothiba, who plays for Ligue 1 side RC Strasbourg in France, has been a long-time target for several clubs across Africa and Europe, with Wydad Athletic Club reportedly one of the leading suitors. The 27-year-old striker has been a prominent figure in the South African national team, known for his physicality, pace, and goal-scoring ability. His performances for both club and country had many expecting a move to a top African club, with Wydad being one of the frontrunners.
However, it is now believed that the Moroccan club has decided to pull out of the race to sign Mothiba, although the exact reasons behind this decision remain unclear. Some reports suggest that financial constraints or other internal club issues may have played a role in Wydad’s decision to abandon the move. Other reports hint at Wydad’s management possibly shifting their focus to other targets in the transfer market, particularly after failing to reach an agreement on Mothiba’s wages or transfer fee.

This development comes as a blow to Mothiba, who had been linked with a high-profile move to one of the continent’s most successful clubs. Wydad Athletic Club is a powerhouse in African football, with a rich history of success in both domestic and continental competitions. Their pursuit of Mothiba raised hopes that the South African international could make a significant impact in the CAF Champions League and other competitions.
For Mothiba, the situation leaves him in a period of uncertainty regarding his future. The striker has been struggling with consistent playing time at Strasbourg and, despite his potential, has not been able to secure a regular spot in the team. As such, a move to a top club in Africa could have provided the fresh start he needed to revive his career and regain the form that made him one of South Africa’s brightest attacking talents.
As things stand, the striker’s future is up in the air. While Wydad Athletic Club has reportedly withdrawn from negotiations, Mothiba may still attract interest from other clubs in both Africa and Europe, where his reputation as a versatile forward remains strong. Whether Mothiba moves to another club or stays at Strasbourg is still to be seen, but this latest development marks the end of his potential move to Wydad Athletic Club.
South African football fans will be watching closely to see what happens next for Mothiba. His potential move to one of Africa’s top clubs was seen as an exciting prospect for both him and the Bafana Bafana national team. However, with Wydad now out of the picture, Mothiba’s next move remains uncertain, and he will likely weigh his options carefully in the coming months.