😳 Orlando Pirates in PANIC MODE! Jose Riveiro Poaches Players for Al Ahly MOVE πŸ’£βš½

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Jose Riveiro’s departure from Orlando Pirates to join African football powerhouse Al Ahly already had fans on edge, but no one expected what came next.

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In a stunning twist, multiple sources now claim that the Spanish coach isn’t just settling into his new roleβ€”he’s aggressively pursuing several former Pirates players to bring along with him to Egypt.

If true, this move could go down as one of the most controversial talent raids in South African football history.

Among the rumored targets is none other than midfielder Thabang Monare, a battle-hardened veteran with the intelligence and vision to anchor any midfield.

Insiders close to the player suggest that Riveiro sees Monare as the perfect linchpin for his system at Al Ahly, someone who already understands his tactical philosophy and can lead the transition on the pitch.

Monare’s contract situation remains unclear, but whispers indicate there might be a loophole that would allow for an easy buyoutβ€”one Riveiro is allegedly ready to exploit.

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But the story doesn’t end there.

Another hot name on the supposed shopping list? Goalkeeper Sipho Chaine.

While Chaine had a rocky start at Pirates, Riveiro reportedly never lost faith in his shot-stopping skills and distribution from the back.

Now, with Al Ahly possibly losing their first-choice keeper to a European club, the door could be wide open for Chaine to slide inβ€”and Riveiro is apparently pushing hard behind the scenes to make it happen.

Perhaps the most shocking name linked to this brewing transfer saga is rising star Relebohile Mofokeng.

At just 19, Mofokeng has dazzled fans with his flair, pace, and creativity.

He’s considered one of the brightest young talents in the PSL, and his name being on Riveiro’s radar has fans foaming at the mouth with rage and disbelief.

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Why would a former Pirates coach try to snatch the club’s most promising future just months after leaving? The answer, according to sources, is simple: Riveiro believes Mofokeng has the potential to explode on a bigger stage, and he doesn’t want to miss the opportunity to mold him into a continental superstar.

This brewing saga has ignited an inferno online.

Pirates fans are outraged, accusing Riveiro of betrayal and brandishing him as a β€œfootball thief.

” Social media has been flooded with angry memes, hashtags like #HandsOffMofokeng, and even calls for legal intervention to prevent what many see as a backdoor raid.

Some are even comparing Riveiro’s alleged actions to those of a spy who embedded himself in the club only to later loot it from abroad.

Meanwhile, insiders at Orlando Pirates are reportedly furious.

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One anonymous club official allegedly told a local sports journalist that the β€œdisrespect is beyond football” and hinted that if Al Ahly proceeds with any approach for their players, the Pirates will launch a formal complaint with both the PSL and CAF.

β€œWe’re not going to be bullied,” the source said.

β€œNot by Riveiro, and not by Al Ahly.

On the flip side, Riveiro’s camp remains tight-lipped.

Neither the coach nor Al Ahly has made any public comments regarding the allegations, though certain Egyptian football outlets have begun speculating about high-profile signings from South Africa.

Some believe the silence is strategicβ€”a sign that talks are already happening behind closed doors and that announcements could drop at any moment.

The implications of this story are massive.

If even one of these players makes the switch to Egypt under Riveiro’s watch, it will set a dangerous precedent.

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It raises serious questions about loyalty, fair play, and the ethical gray areas of modern football transfers.

Should coaches be allowed to poach from their former squads? And where does strategic recruitment end and betrayal begin?

This transfer window could become a battlefield, with Orlando Pirates scrambling to protect their core talent while Jose Riveiro, now backed by one of Africa’s richest and most influential clubs, appears ready to strike.

Fans, players, agentsβ€”everyone is watching closely, and emotions are boiling over.

One thing’s for sure: the name Jose Riveiro, once chanted with pride by the Buccaneers faithful, is now stirring a different kind of emotionβ€”one of betrayal, outrage, and a burning desire for revenge.

Stay tuned, because if these rumors materialize, the fallout could shake South African football to its core.

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