💣 EXCLUSIVE TRANSFER BOMBSHELL: Sipho Mbule KICKED OUT by Brazilians – Orlando Pirates Ready to POUNCE! ⚫🔥
The drama began quietly—but it didn’t stay that way for long.

After months of tension, limited game time, and disciplinary rumors swirling behind the scenes, Mamelodi Sundowns have finally pulled the plug on Sipho Mbule’s time at the club.
The midfielder, once hailed as one of the brightest young talents in South African football, has officially been released by the Tshwane giants—and not without scandal.
Sources within the club confirm that repeated issues surrounding alcohol abuse, missed training sessions, and a general lack of discipline led to the explosive decision to cut ties immediately.
And just like that, Mbule’s chapter with the Brazilians ends in disgrace.
Nicknamed “Drunken Master” by critics and fans alike—a moniker that once referenced his unpredictable playing style but now carries a darker meaning—Mbule’s fall from grace has been as swift as it is tragic.
After joining Sundowns with massive expectations, he quickly faded into the shadows, struggling to secure a starting spot and falling out of favor with the coaching staff.
Whispers of “unprofessional behavior” grew louder, with reports of late-night partying and fitness concerns reaching the ears of club management.
Attempts to rehabilitate his image reportedly failed, and the final straw came after what insiders describe as a “non-negotiable breach of internal protocol.
” Sundowns acted swiftly, showing Mbule the door.
But just when it seemed like Mbule would fade into obscurity, enter the Orlando Pirates, who are now reportedly in advanced discussions to sign the fallen star.
Yes, you read that right.
The Buccaneers—known for their high-stakes, win-at-all-costs mentality—are apparently willing to give Mbule a lifeline, believing that under the right guidance, he could resurrect his career and become the midfield engine they’ve desperately lacked.
While nothing has been confirmed officially, insiders close to the Mayfair-based outfit suggest that a deal could be announced within days.
The idea? A short-term, performance-based contract with strict behavioral clauses—essentially a “last chance” opportunity.
Why would Pirates take such a risk? The answer is simple: Mbule, at his best, is unstoppable.
His vision, passing range, and technical skill are unmatched when he’s in top form.
Pirates are believed to be in the market for creativity and attacking spark in midfield—two things Mbule has in abundance.
If coach Jose Riveiro and his team can keep him focused and away from destructive habits, this signing could be a masterstroke.
But if not? It could quickly turn into a PR disaster and dressing room distraction.
The reaction from fans has been mixed—and understandably so.
Some believe Pirates are making a bold, clever move by trying to rescue a lost talent.
Others are furious, accusing the club of gambling with the team’s chemistry for the sake of headlines.
“We don’t need a rehab project,” one supporter posted on X (formerly Twitter).
“We need soldiers, not passengers.
” Yet there are also many who sympathize with Mbule’s story, recognizing the human struggle behind the headlines and hoping the player gets the redemption arc he so clearly needs.
Meanwhile, Mbule himself has remained silent, avoiding the media and skipping public appearances since the announcement.
Sources close to the player say he’s “shaken but optimistic,” aware that this may be his last shot at playing for a top-tier club.
It’s believed he’s already undergone a series of internal interviews and is being considered for immediate inclusion in Pirates’ pre-season plans if the deal goes through.
His camp has reportedly promised full cooperation, and even agreed to club-imposed mentorship and fitness programs.
Of course, questions remain.
Can a player with such a volatile past truly reform in such a high-pressure environment? Will Pirates have the internal structure needed to support—not just control—him? And is the dressing room prepared to embrace a player with so much baggage? These aren’t small concerns, and the stakes couldn’t be higher.
If Mbule explodes on the pitch, he could become the comeback story of the decade.
But if he implodes, he could take Pirates’ title hopes with him.
In the end, one thing is crystal clear: Sipho Mbule’s story is far from over.
Whether it’s redemption or ruin, his next chapter is about to be written—and Orlando Pirates might just be the stage.
The only question left: will this be the return of a misunderstood genius… or the final flameout of South Africa’s most polarizing midfielder?