Orlando Pirates are in the market for a new coach. Interestingly, Jose Riveiro and the Bucs could return from Europe with a new coach from there.

Orlando Pirates are set to appoint a new assistant coach. Surprisingly, he may come from Europe.

Orlando Pirates are in the market for a new coach. Furthermore, they have prioritized the need to sign a new assistant coach.

Sergio Almanera is one of seven confirmed Pirates departures. So, who will Jose Riveiro and Bucs management appoint?

NEW PIRATES ASSISTANT COACH COULD COME FROM EUROPE

Pirates will travel to Europe for their pre-season. In fact, the Soweto giants have confirmed a clash with Sevilla. Interestingly, Riveiro could appoint a European coach while his side travel.

“There won’t be a rush (in filling Pirates’ assistant coach role), and a decision will be made in due course. The coach could decide to bring someone from Europe like he did the last time,” the report read on SoccerLaduma.

Moreover, Pirates have been linked to former Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns coach, Steve Komphela.

However, the club has not confirmed interest in him at the time of publication.

HIGHEST-PAID BUCS AND CHIEFS STARS HEADING OUT?

Pirates and Chiefs highest-paid players are likely heading out of Soweto. Specifically, Mayfair and Naturena.

The PSL’s top-earner, Keagan Dolly has already attracted interest from AmaZulu and Cape Town City. Furthermore, this comes amidst uncertainty over his career at the club. His contract is set to expire and he hardly featured last season. Therefore, the club is re-assessing his future at Naturena.

Meanwhile, Deon Hotto is the latest Pirates player linked with an exit. Additionally, he joins five more Bucs players likely to leave Mayfair.