Orlando Pirates target Peter Shalulile after Mamelodi Sundowns exit

Orlando Pirates are monitoring the situation of prolific forward Peter Shalulile as the club considers a potential move for the Mamelodi Sundowns striker, who is expected to leave the reigning South African champions.

The Soweto-based side have made early exploratory contact as they weigh up attacking reinforcements ahead of the new campaign, with internal discussions already under way regarding the Namibia international’s availability.

Sources indicate that Pirates head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou, a long-time admirer of the forward’s movement and finishing ability, is supportive of a possible approach should Shalulile become officially available.

His admiration is believed to stem from the striker’s consistency in the South African top flight and his proven record in high-pressure matches.

Further adding to the growing interest is a behind-the-scenes push involving Namibia international teammate Deon Hotto, who is understood to have engaged Shalulile in informal discussions about a possible switch to Soweto.

Those conversations are said to be part of a broader effort to gauge the player’s openness to a new challenge.

At this stage, no formal negotiations between the clubs have been reported, and the situation remains at a preliminary phase. However, Pirates’ early positioning suggests they are intent on being in the conversation should Shalulile’s departure from Sundowns materialise.

Shalulile, one of the most consistent goal scorers in the domestic league in recent seasons, remains under contract with Mamelodi Sundowns and any potential transfer would likely require significant negotiations given his importance to the Pretoria-based club.

While the coming weeks are expected to bring greater clarity over his future, Orlando Pirates’ interest underlines what could become one of the most closely watched transfer developments in South African football this window.