Durban City FC's standout player, Ruzaigh Gamildien, has revealed how it is easier to catch the attention of big clubs in South Africa now than it was in the past.
Gamildien netted seven goals last season, and now the focus shifts to Betway Premiership football.
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At 36, and having played for the likes of Bloemfontein Celtic, AmaZulu FC, Ajax Cape Town, Chippa United, Moroka Swallows, and Royal AM, can he still do it in the elite division?
"I'm not aiming for the Golden Boot, I'm just focusing on staying healthy and being able to play," he says emphatically, speaking to KickOff.com.
"It's the younger players who should be competing for the Golden Boot. I’m playing without any pressure, and I’m just happy to be back.
"Last season, I scored seven goals, so perhaps I'll aim for eight this time. Nowadays, scoring eight goals can open doors to any of these local big teams.
"There are players who scored fewer than eight goals and still moved to bigger clubs. So, eight goals can take you to the big clubs," he added.
Regarding his future with the club, the Cape Town-born star admitted he is unsure yet.
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"Everyone is still waiting. We don't know who the coach will be. I guess they need to sort out the coaching situation before discussing contracts with us.
"Of course, we want to compete at the highest level, but we also need to ensure that we secure our status in the league."
