Mamelodi Sundowns and team captain Themba Zwane are close to concluding a new contract extension, even though the experienced midfielder is currently sidelined due to an injury.
The newly appointed head coach, Miguel Cardoso, was instrumental in persuading both the club and Zwane to accept the new agreements.
According to sources connected to Sundowns and Zwane, the club has proposed a one-year contract for the 34-year-old playmaker, including an option for another year, potentially allowing him to remain at Chloorkop until June 2027.
Zwane, a member of Sundowns since his beginnings at Vardos FC, has become a crucial player in the club’s dominance in South African football.
Insiders indicate that the contract extension serves to acknowledge his commitment and guarantee his participation in the FIFA Club World Cup in June—an event Sundowns is eager to ensure his involvement in.
"The new agreement is practically finalized, and the coach has been essential to that," a source stated. In recognition of him, the club has extended a one-year contract offer along with an additional one-year option.
They hope for him to participate in the FIFA Club World Cup in June, coinciding with the expiration of his current contract.
A source informed the media that they believe it’s a positive step since he has devoted a significant part of his life to the club, and the new contract serves primarily as a recognition of his dedication.
Zwane has been sidelined for almost five months following an injury sustained while playing for Bafana Bafana. His absence has been felt in Sundowns’ midfield, yet coach Cardoso remains hopeful about his recovery.
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