After an overwhelming feeling that Orlando Pirates missed Monnapule Saleng against Cape Town City, Bucs' former winger Lebohang Mokoena has sent a message to the Bloemhof-born star.
Pirates missed the chance to go top of the Betway Premiership standings after a 1-0 defeat to the Citizens in midweek and currently trail leaders Mamelodi Sundowns by three points after 11 matches.
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They created a number of chances but were kept at bay by a combination of great goalkeeping by Darren Keet and luck not being on their side.
After coming up short against City with the likes of Patrick Maswanganyi - who went missing for a few games - available once again, having missed a penalty, there was an overwhelming feeling from the fanbase that they missed the quality and experience of Saleng.
The former PSL Player of the Season has now missed nine games since rumours emerged that he, together with Maswanganyi, had a run-ins with the club, due to alleged disciplinary issues.
After the defeat, the man nicknamed 'Cheeseboy' admitted that Pirates missed the Bafana Bafana attacker.
"I think the team misses him. After what has been happening, he needs to come around. He's a Pirates soldier, come help the team," Mokoena said on SoccerBeat YouTube Channel.
"The team really needs him, he just needs to sort out his issues with the club. The Buccaneers are hoping he gets back in time. It's a marathon, it's just the beginning of the league, we're not even halfway, still many games to go.
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"Wherever you are, my boy Saleng, please let's sort it out, be level-headed, refocus, humble yourself, be disciplined, do what you have to do. It's your job at the end of the day. That's the space you're gonna be able to clear your head, showcase your talent and we all know you're a talented player, the Buccaneers need you," added Mokoena.
The Soweto giants will switch their focus back to the CAF Champions League when they host CR Belouizdad in their penultimate group stage encounter on Sunday.