With the season drawing to a close, Orlando Pirates are believed to be making some major moves behind the scenes as plans begin to strengthen the squad.
Pirates are approaching the end of what will, for most supporters and the club's hierarchy, be a bittersweet season.
The side enjoyed a record-setting campaign, breaking multiple club records along the way but will finish no higher than second spot in the Betway Premiership, as well as a semi-final finish in the CAF Champions League.
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They also finished second-best in the Nedbank Cup, where they were defeated by rivals Kaizer Chiefs in the final.
To add to their worries, head coach Jose Riveiro has opted against renewing his contract, which expires in June, instead heading up North to join Egyptian giants Al Ahly.
In more positive news for The Ghost, though, the club is believed to be making major ground on their targets for next season.
Stellenbosch FC midfielder Sihle Nduli is reported to be heading to Rand Stadium next season as Pirates look to replenish their midfield.
Makhehlene Makhaula and Miguel Timm are both over the age of 30, and it is unsurprising that the Soweto giants are looking to rope in a defensive midfielder.
Sinoxolo Kwayiba of Chippa United is also expected to join ahead of 2025/26. The attacking midfielder has been a sensation, and given Bucs' history of signing from the Gqeberha-based club, a potential move comes as little surprise.
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One more that may have caught some by surprise is that of Kabelo Kgositsile from Baroka.
KickOff.com broke the story that the skilful teenager had impressed the powers that be at the Houghton-based outfit, and signing him is in line with the club's strategy of promoting young talent.
Other expected arrivals are that of Richards Bay FC left-back Nkosikhona Ndaba, Tshepang Moremi of AmaZulu FC and possibly Cape Town City's Jayden Rhodes, who has been a long-time target.
