🔥 Trending Melusi Buthelezi Transfer News and Orlando Pirates Exit

Melusi Buthelezi is a South African professional soccer player, primarily known for his role as a goalkeeper ¹⁵. Born on March 7, 1998, in Nquthu, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, he has played for several clubs in his career, most notably Orlando Pirates ¹⁴.

Career Highlights

Buthelezi's career trajectory has seen him rise through the ranks of South African football:

• Early Career: He began his senior career with Jomo Cosmos in the National First Division ¹.
• TS Galaxy: He later moved to TS Galaxy in 2020. During his time at TS Galaxy, he made his top-flight debut in February 2022 and became the club's first-choice goalkeeper ¹². His performances also earned him a cap for the Bafana Bafana (South Africa national team) ².
• Orlando Pirates: Buthelezi joined Orlando Pirates in 2023, brought in to bolster their goalkeeping options ²⁴. He is 28 years old as of 2026 ³⁴. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is €400k ⁴.

Recent Developments: Departure from Orlando Pirates

As of July 2026, Melusi Buthelezi has unexpectedly departed from Orlando Pirates ³⁶. This exit brings an end to his three-year spell with the club ³. The club confirmed his departure, which has reportedly left fans reeling ³⁶. His departure is part of the Buccaneers' squad reshaping efforts ahead of the new season, with the aim of retaining the Premier Soccer League (PSL) title ⁶.

During his time at Orlando Pirates, Buthelezi featured in 22 matches across all competitions ⁸. Some reports suggest that his performances, at times, appeared shaky, leading to pressure from the club's supporters ⁸. As of July 1, 2026, he is without a club ⁷.