Orlando Pirates part ways with top defender!
Orlando Pirates have had to make a tough decision of letting one of their top defenders go after requesting to be released from his contract.
Orlando Pirates have announced the departure of Nigeria’s top defender Olisa Ndah with immediate effect.
According to Pirates, Ndah requested to be released early from his contract which was set to expire in June.
The request stems from his lack of regular game time under Abdeslam Ouaddou, and Pirates granted him his wish.
Ndah faced stiff competition for the centre-back position as he was battling it out with the likes of Nkosinathi Sibisi, Lebone Seema and Tapelo Xoki.
It remains to be seen whether or not the Nigeria international will continue to ply his trade in the PSL.
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ORLANDO PIRATES RELEASE OLISAH NDAH – FULL STATEMENT
“Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm that the Club has reached a mutual agreement with defender Olisa Ndah to part ways,” reads the statement.
“The Nigerian international requested an early release from his contract, a decision that follows careful and respectful discussions between the player and the Club’s management. Central to these conversations was a shared understanding to afford Ndah the opportunity to secure regular game time elsewhere as he enters the next phase of his career.
“Ndah, 28, joined the Buccaneers in 2021 and quickly established himself as a commanding presence at the heart of defence. Strong in the tackle, assured in possession and uncompromising in his commitment, he brought both steel and composure to the backline during a pivotal period for the Club.”
“Over the course of more than 80 appearances at the Club, Ndah consistently embodied the values of Orlando Pirates. On the pitch, he was dependable and disciplined; off it, he was a model professional who represented the badge with distinction.
“The Club respects Ndah’s desire for increased minutes on the field and acknowledges his honest engagement with management throughout the process. It is in this spirit of mutual respect that an amicable decision was reached,” continued the statement.
“Orlando Pirates Football Club would like to thank Olisa for his professionalism, dedication and service to the Club. We wish him every success in the next chapter of his career, both on a personal level and in his continued journey in the game.”
OLISA NDAH’S NUMBERS AT BUCS
Ndah had been reduced to a spectator at Pirates this season with no single appearance under his belt.
Overall, the 28-year-old centre-back featured 81 times for the Soweto giants and scored once.