Overview
- Orlando Pirates confirmed the permanent signing of Andre De Jong from Stellenbosch FC for an undisclosed fee earlier this month.
- De Jong said he is extremely excited to join and wants to get minutes quickly despite the challenges of a January move.
- He named helping end the club’s league title drought as a primary objective this season.
- The New Zealand international logged 19 goals and 11 assists in 114 matches for Stellenbosch and says his work rate fits Pirates’ pressing style.
- Pirates sit top of the Betway Premiership at the break and resume against Sekhukhune United on 24 January at the New Peter Mokaba Stadium.