Rulani Mokwena is expected to officially sign his contract with Mouloudia in the coming hours, after reaching an agreement with the club on all terms, including the financial details.
The South African tactician, who recently coached Moroccan giants Wydad Casablanca, has been in advanced discussions with Mouloudia’s management in recent days.
Following the successful conclusion of negotiations, the club has now sent a formal contract electronically to Mokwena for final review.
According to sources close to the matter, the contract is currently being examined by Mokwena and his legal team. If no last-minute changes are required, the 37-year-old coach is anticipated to sign and return the document shortly, officially sealing his arrival at the Algerian club.
The swift developments come after days of dialogue between both parties, during which Mouloudia made securing Mokwena’s services a top priority.
The club sees him as a central figure in their plans for the upcoming season, and his appointment is viewed as a statement of intent by a side aiming to re-establish itself as a dominant force both domestically and on the continental stage.
Mokwena, known for his tactical acumen and modern coaching philosophy, is expected to bring a fresh approach to Mouloudia.
He has built a reputation for innovative football and player development, and his leadership was instrumental during his tenure at Wydad, where he led the club through a number of challenging competitions.
Mouloudia’s decision to pursue Mokwena signals a clear ambition to elevate their sporting project. The club has faced inconsistencies in recent campaigns and views the South African coach as the right figure to steer the team toward greater stability and competitiveness.
The contract, once signed, will mark Mokwena’s second major appointment outside his home country. Prior to his stint with Wydad, he held several roles in South Africa, including a prominent position at Mamelodi Sundowns, where he earned praise for his work in both domestic and continental competitions.
His expected arrival in Algiers will likely be followed by the announcement of his technical staff and the beginning of preseason preparations.
Supporters of Mouloudia are already expressing excitement at the prospect of Mokwena taking charge, with hopes that his style of play and coaching vision will reinvigorate the squad.
While the club has yet to officially confirm the appointment, all signs point to Mokwena becoming Mouloudia’s new head coach before the end of the week. With the paperwork nearly complete and legal reviews underway, the final formalities appear to be a matter of time.
As Mouloudia prepares for a fresh chapter, the imminent arrival of Rulani Mokwena marks a potentially transformative moment for the historic Algerian club.
