The 23-year-old former AS Real Bamako and Djoliba AC player was reportedly spotted during the club's medical assessments.
Pirates recently announced seven new signings, including Yanela Mbuthuma (from Richards Bay), Masindi Nemtajela (Marumo Gallants), Tshepang Moremi (Amazulu), Nkosikhona Ndaba (Richards Bay), Sinoxolo Kwayiba (Chippa United), Tshepo Mashiloane (Baroka), and Sihle Nduli (Stellenbosch).
According to iDiski Times: “He (Mariko) arrived in Johannesburg on Thursday after agreeing a two-year deal with an option to extend.”
The publication reports that the young defensive midfield man was a target for a number of North African clubs.
"He underwent routine medical examination with the club, who have included him in a video on their social channels despite Mariko yet to be announced," they concluded.
South African football legend Lucas Radebe has given his full backing to Relebohile Mofokeng, urging the Orlando Pirates starlet to pursue a move abroad as interest in the young winger continues to grow.
Orlando Pirates have announced the acquisition of seven new players as they continue their preparations for the new Betway Premiership season.
Orlando Pirates have confirmed the signing of Sipho Mbule on a free transfer after the midfielder's contract was now renewed by Mamelodi Sundowns.
Orlando Pirates could only manage to repeat a second-place finish on the Betway Premiership season despite a promising title challenge during the campaign.
