Stellenbosch FC have announced the transfer of defender Olwethu Makhanya to Major League Soccer (MLS) club Philadelphia Union.
The 19-year-old Makhanya made 24 appearances for the club across all competitions and was also part of the South Africa U-23 team for last year’s CAF U-23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Congo Brazzaville.
Makhanya was also named the Nedbank Cup Most Promising Player of the Tournament in 2023.
Stellenbosch FC CEO Rob Benadie hopes Makhanya’s transfer will serve as an inspiration for others looking
“As a club, we are incredibly proud to see Olwethu join Philadelphia Union and have no doubt that he will make a huge success of his time abroad,” Benadie said.
“Stellenbosch FC has made a commitment to providing opportunities for young players to showcase their talent and towards creating a clear pathway for them to build successful careers as professional footballers.
“To see a young player like Olwethu use that platform to earn a transfer to one of the most competitive leagues in the world is a source of great pride for the club, and we hope it will serve as inspiration for others looking to follow in his footsteps.”
Written by: Diski Voice
