Polokwane City coach Phuti Mohafe expects Thabang Matuludi to be scouted at AFCON

Polokwane City coach Phuti Mohafe expects Thabang Matuludi to be scouted at AFCON

The 26-year-old has battled through injuries over the past few seasons to become a mainstay for Rise and Shine in defence.

His performances attracted the attention of Bafana boss Hugo Broos, and the player will be looking to add to his two international caps at the current AFCON, taking place in Morocco.

Mohafe admits he would love to keep hold of Matuludi for one more season but admits he expects the player to be snapped up sooner or later.

Speaking on Prime Sports With Mahlatse, the Polokwane City boss said: "I'm always telling Matuludi that one day you will thank me for playing you there [converting him from right-winger to right-back].

“Now he's at AFCON, and I doubt he will come back, if he can get minutes, but it's fine, I just hope that even if they see him, they can give him the last season with us, then I will say I've done my part in terms of promoting the boy.”

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