iDiski TV analyst Junior Khanye believes that Royale Union SG attacker Relebohile Mofokeng is destined for bigger things and his move to Belgium is a good stepping stone to the Premier League in England.
Mofokeng, 21, signed a four-year deal with the Belgian Pro League side with an option to renew for another year following an impressive stint at Orlando Pirates.
The Bafana Bafana international leaves with nine trophies inclusive of a Betway Premiership title won with the Buccaneers in their treble triumph last season.
Mofokeng has also impressed on the international stage and was part of the Bafana side the made history by qualifying for the knockout round at the 2026 FIFA World Cup currently on-going in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
Khanye says with the player’s undeniable talent and discipline coupled with the fact that Union’s owner Tony Bloom has a majority share at Brighton & Hove Albion, it is a set up for the youngster to soar and make it to the best league in the world.
“Yeah, it’s a stepping stone,” said Khanye on iDiski TV.
“And I always say our league has improved a bit because of Orlando Pirates and [Mamelodi] Sundowns but I won’t say the league has really improved. Let’s be honest these two teams are competitive. And I’m happy the boy is going to the Belgian league, and I think something bigger is still coming for him.
“I think with this deal the boy will go to Brighton, that’s just me. I mean you can’t ignore his talent and he’s so dedicated and disciplined. He’s also proven himself at the World Cup with the minutes he was given.
“He’s going to mature quickly in Belgium you saw how he was improving with each game at the World Cup. I see him playing in the Premier League, he will play for Brighton. I also heard the Director of the club also owns Brighton and this is good for South African football and Pirates. I mean they have built a relationship with his new club, and it will get even better when he goes to Brighton.
“Rele is a gem and he will become the face and with the talent he has I have full confidence he will not fail. Talented players are easy to coach. I see him playing in the Premier League in the next two, three years, this just a stepping stone.”
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