BREAKING: Pirates sign Downs slayer & three more

Orlando Pirates have confirmed a quartet of new signings, including Ghampani Lungu from Siwelele FC.

The reigning Betway Premiership champions are already bolstering their squad ahead of the 2026/27 season with the addition of four new players.

Among them is Lungu, who netted a hat-trick against Mamelodi Sundowns in a record-breaking 11-goal thriller last month.

The club said in a statement on its website:

"Recently crowned Betway Premiership Champions Orlando Pirates are delighted to announce new arrivals to the Club.

"After weeks of speculation and countless headlines across the football social media landscape, Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm the signings of Mthetheleli Mthiyane (Stellenbosch FC), Sbangani Zulu (Richards Bay), as well as Bohale Ngwato and Ghampani Lungu (both from Siwelele).

"The arrival of Mthiyane sees defender Thabiso Lebitso moving in the opposite direction to join the Maroons as part of a swap deal.

"Further details regarding these new signings will be shared in due course."