Stellenbosch FC has signed defender Thabiso Lebitso on a long-term contract from Orlando Pirates, adding experience and depth ahead of the upcoming season.

What happened?

The move marks a new chapter for Lebitso, who will now join one of the Premier Soccer League’s powerful teams, Stellenbosch FC, as they prepare for the next season, currently sitting 9th in the league with 37 points from 30 games, and 26 goals scored.

Why it matters for Stellenbosch FC

According to Stellenbosch FC’s CEO Rob Benadie, Lebitso is a player who has consistently demonstrated his quality at the highest level of South African football and brings a valuable mix of experience and versatility to the squad.

Stellenbosch FC has continued to build a competitive squad in recent seasons, focusing on attracting quality players capable of contributing both domestically and in continental competition, with a current goal difference of -4, having conceded 30 goals this season.

What comes next?

Lebitso arrives with valuable top-flight experience and is expected to bolster Stellenbosch’s defensive options, as the team looks to improve their standing, currently 32 points behind leaders Orlando Pirates, and with a recent form of DWDLL. He joins his former head coach, Gavin Hunt, with whom he worked when Hunt was still at Chippa United. Speaking after completing the transfer, Lebitso expressed his excitement about the opportunity to represent Stellenbosch FC and contribute to the team’s ambitions, as they head into the next season with renewed hopes and a strengthened squad.