Mamelodi Sundowns’ newly signed striker, Iqraam Rayners, will miss the club’s upcoming MTN8 semifinal encounter against his former team, Stellenbosch FC.
The Bafana Bafana international was signed by Sundowns for a reported fee between R10 and R15 million, as confirmed by the team’s head coach, Manqoba Mngqithi.
However, Rayners will be unavailable for selection due to being cup-tied.
IN OTHER NEWS: Teboho Mokoena Sends Warning To Rivals After MTN8 Victory
The 28-year-old forward played for Stellenbosch in their 3-1 victory over TS Galaxy in the MTN8 quarterfinals earlier this month.
His former teammate, Deano Van Rooyen, who is set to join Orlando Pirates, is also cup-tied after making a late substitute appearance in the same match.
The duo are expected to make official debuts for their respective clubs when the Betway Premiership kicks off later next month.
Rayners leaves Stellenbosch with an impressive record, having scored 32 goals and provided 16 assists in 68 appearances since rejoining the club in January 2022.
IN OTHER NEWS: Manqoba Mngqithi Explains Themba Zwane’s One-Year Contract Extension
As Sundowns prepare for the first leg of the two-legged semifinal at home, the other MTN8 semifinal will see Orlando Pirates traveling to face Cape Town City for their first leg.
It seems Stellenbosch is getting stripped every season but it doesn’t fall. It’s good to see teams performing like that.
Proper structure