South African legend Siyabonga Nomvethe believes that it’s not too early for Orlando Pirates starlet Relebohile Mofokeng to move abroad as he’s also capable of catching up with the likes of Kylian Mbappe and co.
Mofokeng has done well since his promotion to the Pirates first team two seasons ago which has also seen him go on to impress with senior national team.
The 20-year-old has gone to trial in England while reports have also linked him to interests from other European clubs and North Africa.
‘Bhele’ spoke to iDiski Times writer Lethabo Kganyago in the latest edition of the newspaper where he said age should not be a determining factor in the player’s future when he is talented but added that due processes still need to be followed.
“You don’t have to be 21 or 22 to go to Europe,” Nomvethe told iDiski Times.
“You can even go when you are 15, if you are talented and gifted; you deserve to go. But because he is still contracted to his club, the people who want him in Europe have to approach the club, have discussions and then reach an agreement to release the boy.
“But for me, I see him ready to take that journey to Europe. The boy works hard, and he is performing better than most who are older than him. He has a bright future and deserves an opportunity to go to Europe, and for me, I wish that he could be free and leave so that he can learn more about football there.
“I believe that he can catch up with the likes of [Kylian] Mbappe, he can catch up with other youngsters and reach the same level.”
