South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns release experienced Kenyan defender
1st July 2024
Onyango won four league titles at Sundowns since joining in 2020/21.
- Mandela was among the four players to be released by Sundowns.
- He leaves after four successful seasons that ended with league titles.
- He will depart alongside the midfield duo of Bongani Zungu, Uruguayan international Gaston Sirino and forward Thabiso Kutumela.
South African giants Mamelodi Sundowns has officially announced
that Kenyan international Brian Mandela is among the quartet that has been
released by the club after the conclusion of the 23/24 league campaign.
In an official communique posted on its social media
platforms on 1 July 2024, the 17-time South African champions announced Mandela
will depart alongside the midfield duo of Bongani Zungu, Uruguayan international
Gaston Sirino and forward Thabiso Kutumela.
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“Thank you to our departing players, the Yellow Nation
thanks you for your effort and hard work over the years,” Sundowns posted with
a collage of the four players.
Mandela’s departure, who joined the team in the 20/21 season,
marks the end of an era that saw the Harambee Stars defender enjoy four
successful seasons at Chloorkop.
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Under Mokwena’s stewardship, Mandela contributed to the club
securing four consecutive DStv Premiership titles, a testament to his impact on
the field.
Despite his earlier success, the 29-year-old defender found himself relegated to a lesser and lesser role in the 2023/24 season where he only managed three matches.
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