Mamelodi Sundowns eyes Stellenbosch FC defender amid interest from arch-rivals Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs.
The Dstv Premiership champions, Sundowns, has started to prepare for next season, as the Brazilians eyes Stellenbosch defender, Ismael Toure according to Soccer Laduma.
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The publication reports that Masandawana are looking at the former Chiefs’ trialist to bolster their defence ahead of next season after an impressive first season in the Winelands having joined the Stellies on free transfer from Marumo Gallants ahead of the current season.
“Yes, they are looking at the foreign at Stellenbosch FC. He is from Ivory Coast, and he used to play for Marumo Gallants last season. Yes, that one Toure,” the Soccer Laduma source said.
“Their[Sundowns] main aim is to have a very strong defence next season.
“They will be playing in about seven competitions, and to do they very well, they need a well-balanced squad in all departments.
“So, it’s not only the defence they are looking at, but that’s the defender they are looking at,” the source concluded.
However, Sundowns will have to dig a little bit deeper into the pockets if they want to sign the 26-year-old.
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He is currently contracted to Stellies until the end of June 2026 and with an option to extend for a further year.