Online Reporter
ZIMBABWE international Daniel Msendami could leave South African Premiership football champions Orlando Pirates on loan just months after joining, with several teams showing interest.
Msendami could be set for a temporary move away from Orlando Pirates and he might join Zimbabwean champions Scottland.
According to reports from Kick-Off, the Buccaneers are expected to discuss Msendami’s future as part of their ongoing transfer business, with a loan move emerging as the most likely option ahead of the new season.
The report further states that Zimbabwe Castle Lager Premier Soccer League leaders Scottland are among the clubs interested in securing the 25-year-old winger’s services on loan.
Msendami only arrived at Orlando Pirates from Marumo Gallants earlier this year, following an impressive spell in the Betway Premiership and strong performances for the Zimbabwe national team, the Warriors.
While Scottland are keen to bring the winger back home, Orlando Pirates are expected to make a decision before the transfer window closes.
A loan move is currently viewed as the most practical option to ensure Msendami gets regular first-team football and continues his development.
Msendami faced a challenging first season at the Soweto giants as he battled for game time in a highly competitive squad.
Despite the pressure of adapting to a new club, the Warriors international also had to cope with the emotional pain of losing his child during the season.
His title medal now represents more than just football success, but also a personal tribute to his late daughter.
Shortly after Pirates secured the championship, Msendami shared an emotional message on his WhatsApp status alongside a picture of himself and his late daughter.
“This is for you my child,” he wrote.
The player lost his daughter in March when she was just two months old.
The tragedy struck only weeks after the Zimbabwean forward completed his move to Orlando Pirates from Marumo Gallants.
Msendami’s football journey has not been straightforward.
The talented winger progressed through the junior ranks at Highlanders but failed to break into the club’s senior team.
He experienced his major career breakthrough after moving to Botswana’s Jwaneng Galaxy in 2022, where he won two consecutive league titles and was named the 2024 Botswana FA Cup Player of the Tournament.
He eventually earned opportunities in South African football, where he continued to grow into one of Zimbabwe’s promising attacking players.
Following a short, impressive stint with South Africa’s Marumo Gallants, his rapid development culminated in a high-profile transfer to the Soweto giants, Orlando Pirates.
Winning the Betway Premiership title with Orlando Pirates now marks one of the biggest achievements of his career. — thesouthafrican.com
