Brazilian forward Lucas Ribeiro bids farewell to Mamelodi Sundowns

Brazilian international Lucas Ribeiro has said his final goodbye to South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns.

Despite having a running contract, the in-demand attacker appears to have parted ways with the Sundowns, bringing an end to his two-year stint in South Africa.

Ribeiro joined Sundowns in 2023 from Belgian side Waasland-Beveren. Over his time with the “Brazilians,” he made 88 appearances, scoring 37 goals and providing 23 assists, earning the deep love and respect of the club’s supporters.

“From the very first day I arrived, I gave my all, on and off the field, to earn my place and proudly defend Mamelodi Sundowns”

“These past two years have been incredible, full of emotions. I have learned so much from this beautiful culture—not only to become a better player, but also a better human being.

“To my wonderful Masandawana supporters, first of all, thank you for everything. I want you to know that your support and love meant so much to me, and I will never forget you. I will always carry [you] in my heart the memories of the emotions I lived, the goals, the assists, the trophies, and the magical nights with you that made me feel at home. I wish I could have said goodbye in a better way, but please know that my love for you is endless”

“I am grateful to all the coaches who were part of this beautiful story—I will always appreciate each of you. To my teammates, my second family, thank you for every battle, every title won, every smile, and every moment we shared together. You will always be my brothers, and I will miss you so much”

“Playing for Sundowns and living this beautiful culture has been such a great honor for me. I will truly miss it . Thank you South Africa. Thank you, Mamelodi Sundowns, for everything. With much love Ribeiro” wrote the player on his page.

Recently, media reports have been swirling about Ribeiro’s potential move to Spanish club Cultural y Deportiva Leonesa, should his camp win the legal battle with Sundowns to terminate his contract.