- Pirates sign Khel ahead of 2024-25 season
- The goalie was a standout for NC Professionals
- He will be up against Chaine & Buthelezi
WHAT HAPPENED?
Khel played a crucial role in helping Professionals secure the 2023-24 ABC Motsepe League (Northern Cape) title.
His outstanding performances for the amateur side caught the eye of Pirates, who have now signed him to his first professional contract, as confirmed by his former coach, Robert Sebastian.
WHAT SEBASTIAN SAID?
“On behalf of NC Pro’s FC I want to congratulate Ethan Khel in signing a contract with Orlando Pirates. Praise to God for granting you this opportunity in life as it is any player’s dream in signing for one of South Africa’s biggest clubs,” the coach shared on his Facebook.
“As I told you, stay focused, be disciplined and train hard and you will reap the benefits. Enjoy the flight with Pirates and be a role model to the young goalkeepers in the Northern Cape. Thank you to all the goalkeeper coaches that played a role in Ethan’s development,” he concluded.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Recently, the Sea Robbers bid farewell to goalkeepers Richard Ofori and Siyabonga Mpontsane.
In response, the club recalled Siyabonga Dladla from their feeder club, Pele Pele FC, and offered him a three-year contract.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR KHEL?
The goalkeeper will now need to adjust to his new life at the Buccaneers and compete for a spot on the team, contending with Sipho Chaine and Melusi Buthelezi.
Also, he will have to take advantage of the next few weeks as Pirates prepare for the upcoming season, with plans set to travel to Spain.
