In shocking news, Orlando Pirates have ended speculation regarding a replacement for Jose Riveiro, with a coach who was recently with a fellow PSL club, now announced as the Sea Robbers' new tactician.
Pirates have appointed former Marumo Gallants coach Abdeslam Ouaddou as the new man at the helm.
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The 46-year-old former Moroccan professional footballer is a UEFA Pro Licence holder and had his first taste of coaching in South Africa at the wheel of Gallants last season.
During his brief tenure there, Ouaddou oversaw 12 matches, five of which ended in victory, while he settled for a draw on four occasions. Impressively, he lost just thrice.
One of those victories was against Bucs as his charges ran out 2-0 winners at the Free State Stadium in March courtesy of a Gabadinho Mhango strike and an own goal by Thalente Mbatha.
At the Soweto giants, he will be looking to fill the big shoes of Riveiro.
The Spaniard collected a formidable five trophies in his three-year spell with the club and re-established Pirates as a force to be reckoned with not only in South Africa but also on the continent.
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Ouaddou is expected to be with the Houghton-based outft as they travel to Spain for their pre-season tour.
The retired former defender's first competitive match could be against Polokwane City in the MTN8 quarterfinals.
