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Bafana star's father urges PSL clubs to nurture local talent like Relebohile Mofokeng
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2026-07-07 18:25   Sports   10

Bafana star's father urges PSL clubs to nurture local talent like Relebohile Mofokeng

Relebohile Mofokeng, the 21-year-old Bafana Bafana star who recently joined Belgian side Royale Union Saint-Gilloise, has left a lasting impact on South African football.

His father, Sechaba, expressed pride in his son's achievements and called on PSL clubs like Orlando Pirates, Kaizer Chiefs, and Mamelodi Sundowns to produce more players of similar caliber.Mofokeng's departure was a bittersweet moment for his family, as he left with domestic titles including the Betway Premiership crown.

Sechaba emphasized the importance of nurturing local talent, stating, 'We want to see many Reles, next year Pirates must produce another Rele, Chiefs must produce another Rele and Sundowns from Vaal [Triangle], we will be happy.' The family kept the transfer secret during the FIFA World Cup to allow Mofokeng to focus on his performance.Sechaba remains optimistic about Mofokeng's future, hoping he will return to South Africa after a few years abroad.The article highlights the father's hopes for the development of young South African footballers and the legacy of Mofokeng's journey.

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