Thembinkosi Lorch excited to link up with world-class Sundowns midfield
Former Orlando Pirates star Thembinkosi Lorch has admitted that he is thrilled to have joined the Mamelodi Sundowns midfield.
Thembinkosi Lorch has admitted that the prospect of linking up with Themba Zwane and Teboho Mokoena in midfield was too good to resist.
Lorch joined Sundowns from the Orlando Pirates on deadline day last Friday, surprising many.
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THEMBINKOSI LORCH EXCITED TO LINK UP WITH SUNDOWNS MIDFIELD
Lorch has now opened up on the reasons for the move.
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“It will be good to meet up again with Themba Zwane, Teboho Mokoena, Ronwen Williams and many others from Bafana Bafana,” Lorch told the Mamelodi Sundowns Magazine.
“I look forward to working with them and contributing to the success of the team here at Sundowns.”
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TOUGH TO LEAVE
He added that the decision to leave Orlando Pirates was not an easy one to take.
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“Leaving was tough, given the time I spent wearing the Pirates jersey and the love I received from the fans.
“However, I believe that making this move is a crucial step in my career at this time. Being in this new environment and joining a winning team like Sundowns feels incredibly satisfying.”
THEMBINKOSI LORCH WANTS TO TAKE SUNDOWNS TO NEW HEIGHTS
Lorch has promised that he wil find his best form at Sundowns after a disappointing ending to his stint at Pirates.
“I promise them that they are going to enjoy my football. I will do my best to add to what the team has already achieved.
“Your support means everything. I am committed to giving my all for the team and our loyal Sandawana supporters,” concluded Lorch.
Having spent nine years at Pirates many will be asking how Lorch will adapt his game to Sundowns.
He will certainly form part of a humming midfield if he finds form.
The move may also help Lorch fight his way back into national team contention.
Lorch missed out on the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations after failing to impress Hugo Broos.