Namibian international Deon Hotto is set to remain with Orlando Pirates next season after the Soweto giants tabled a new offer for him.
Hotto’s initial contract with Pirates is set to expire at the end of this month.
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The 34-year-old has been linked with a move away from Bucs, with Egypt mentioned a possible next destination.
However, Bucs have managed to convince the Namibian inteeational to stay in Gauteng for another season.
Hotto is set to meet with club management in the next few days to sign a new contract and end the speculation about his future in football.
According to a source close to Pirates, the club has other plans for the hard-running player beyond his new contract at the side.
“Deon Hotto is staying with Orlando Pirates. The club has finalised the terms of his contract and is set to meet with the player to sign on the dotted line," revealed the insider.
"The Pirates fans love him. Hotto loves being here. It was just a matter of finalising a few issues on his new contract.”
KickOff.com understands Al Ahly and Pyramids FC have been watching his situation with keen interest.
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However, after considering their best interests, Hotto has decided to continue with his career in South Africa.
The Brave Warriors talisman, who turn 35 in October, is expected to sign a two-year deal with Mighty Buccaneers.