Rantie wants to stay with Pirates


Bafana Bafana striker Tokelo Rantie, who spent the last season on loan at Orlando Pirates from Swedish side IFK Hassleholm, might join the Buccaneers on a permanent deal next week.  

The 21-year-old from Parys played a crucial role for the League champions in his first PSL season and has attracted offers from other Swedish clubs like Malmo, but the player’s business manager Nadeem Mahmood says the striker might stay with the Buccaneers.
 
“TK had a great season with Orlando Pirates and for his career’s sake we want him to stay with Orlando Pirates,” Mahmood tellsKickOff.com.
 
“We are ready to contact his club but unfortunately Swedish clubs are on holidays until next week. We will get in touch with them regarding the player joining Pirates on a permanent basis.”
 
Rantie scored the first of his seven goals after coming on as s substitute against Jomo Cosmos. 
 

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