DONE DEAL: ORLANDO PIRATES STAR LORCH SIGNS FOR MAMELODI SUNDOWNS

Summary

The video discusses Orlando Pirates football star Thembinkosi Lorch leaving the club to join rivals Mamelodi Sundowns. The host confirms Lorch's departure, though details of any transfer fee or player exchange are unclear. Fans react with disappointment but wish Lorch well. The host acknowledges it's a huge loss for Pirates, but doesn't make sense keeping a player who wants to leave. He hopes Lorch gets playing time at Sundowns and this opens up opportunities for other Pirates players.

Takeaways

• 😢 Teixeira is confirmed to leave Pirates for Sundowns
• 👏 Sundowns signs quality players to dominate locally and continentally
• 💰 Money talks - Sundowns able to pay higher salaries to attract top players
• ❤️ Pirates thanks Teixeira for his contribution and wishes him well
• ⚽ Teixeira deserves to play Champions League football
• 👀 Sundowns squad depth is impressive - loaded with star players
• 😕 Hard for players to get game time with Sundowns' squad depth
• ⏰ Teixeira is in final years of career, wants Champions League chance
• 🔁 Player transfers part of football - team remains and must move on
• 💪 Opportunity for other Pirates players to step up and fill gap

Q & A

Who is the video creator welcoming in the introduction?

The video creator welcomes his viewers and subscribers, thanking them for their ongoing support of his YouTube channel.

What transfer news does the creator confirm in the video?

The creator confirms that Thembinkosi Lorch has left Orlando Pirates to join Mamelodi Sundowns.

What other player signing is mentioned in the video?

The signing of Namibian player Peter Shalulile by Cape Town City is also mentioned.

How does the creator feel about Lorch leaving Pirates?

The creator says it breaks his heart but he is not surprised. He wishes Lorch the best and hopes the move helps advance his career.

What reasons does the creator give for Lorch wanting to leave Pirates?

He says Lorch deserves to play in continental competitions like the CAF Champions League, and likely wanted better pay that Pirates could not provide.

What warning does the creator give Lorch about joining Sundowns?

He warns that at Sundowns there are many star players and Lorch will need to be at his top level to avoid sitting on the bench or being loaned out.

What advice does the creator give to Pirates fans about Lorch leaving?

He advises fans to wish Lorch well rather than criticizing him, and says players will always come and go from teams.

What opportunities does the creator say Lorch's departure provides?

He says it's a chance for other Pirates players to step up and fill the gap, making a name for themselves.

Does the creator think Pirates can win trophies without Lorch?

No, he doesn't think Pirates can realistically win the league even with Lorch, given other problems with the team.

What question remains unanswered about Lorch's transfer from Pirates?

It's still unclear whether Pirates has received any players from Sundowns in exchange for Lorch or only money.