Orlando Pirates star Thembinkosi Lorch has endured a slow start to the 2019/20 season and snl24.com/kickoff analyses what the reason for this could be.
The reigning PSL Footballer of the Year has yet to get off the mark this season as Pirates struggle through a transition following the departure of coach Milutin Sredojevic.
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Lorch has featured in five Absa Premiership matches thus far after missing his side's opener against Bloemfontein Celtic last month but has not registered a goal or an assist.
Understandably this would of some concern for the 26-year-old, who had been linked with a move to Europe during the recent transfer window, after his massive influence enabled The Buccaneers to end second on the log behind Mamelodi Sundowns last season.
Some key statistics have revealed where 'Nyoso' is lacking compared to his telling contribution in 2018/19, with his average touch positions in their recent 4-3 defeat to Bidvest Wits further suggesting a slight change in role this season.
Could it be a change in role or a lack of confidence? Check out the key statistics of his last two appearances this season compared to his final two appearances from last season in the gallery above…
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