Brooklyn Poggenpoel’s impressive rise has sparked debate over his next career move, and former Orlando Pirates winger Lebohang “Cheeseboy” Mokoena believes the midfielder should choose Kaizer Chiefs over the Buccaneers.
The 27-year-old Durban City midfielder recently made his Bafana Bafana debut, strengthening his reputation as one of the emerging midfielders to watch in South African football.
With interest likely to increase following his international breakthrough, Mokoena believes Poggenpoel needs to prioritise regular first-team football when deciding his next destination.
Mokoena sees Chiefs as the better fit
Mokoena believes Chiefs could provide Poggenpoel with a clearer pathway into the starting XI.
According to the former Pirates winger, the midfielder could face a much tougher battle for regular minutes at Orlando Pirates because of the depth already available in their midfield.
He pointed to players such as Makhaula, Selepe and Dansin as examples of the competition Poggenpoel would face at the Buccaneers.
The concern, from Mokoena’s perspective, is simple: moving to a bigger club only helps if the player is actually getting meaningful minutes.
Poggenpoel impresses on Bafana debut
Poggenpoel’s Bafana breakthrough has only increased the attention surrounding him.
After coming on for Bathusi Aubaas, the midfielder impressed with his energy and aggression in the middle of the park.
Mokoena was particularly impressed by his confidence and technical ability, while also drawing comparisons between Poggenpoel and his brother.
The former Pirates player believes those qualities could make him an effective fit at Chiefs, particularly while the club continues to develop its squad and search for the right midfield combination.
“He is able to play,” Mokoena argued, highlighting Poggenpoel’s ability to contribute to the build-up and retain possession.
Chiefs or Pirates?
The potential move presents an intriguing choice for Poggenpoel.
Orlando Pirates can offer the attraction of competing at the highest level domestically and on the continent, but their deep squad could make breaking into the starting XI difficult.
Chiefs, meanwhile, are still rebuilding and looking for consistency, potentially creating a more immediate opportunity for an established midfielder to make an impact.
Ultimately, Poggenpoel’s next move could come down to more than the prestige of joining one of South Africa’s giants.
For a player who has just broken into the Bafana setup, regular football could be the most important factor of all.
Mokoena has made his choice clear: if Poggenpoel has to choose between the two Soweto giants, he would pick Kaizer Chiefs.
Would Chiefs be the right move for Brooklyn Poggenpoel, or would he be better off joining Orlando Pirates?
