The financial package behind Relebohile Mofokeng’s blockbuster move from Orlando Pirates to Royale Union Saint-Gilloise (Union SG) has finally come to light. The newly crowned Betway Premiership champions are set to bank a staggering multi-million rand windfall as their prized young asset prepares to step onto the European stage.
Inside the Numbers: Fee and Contract Duration
Top Belgian football insider Sacha Tavolieri broke the specific financial terms on social media as the 21-year-old winger touches down in Europe.
- The Transfer Fee: Union SG will pay slightly above €3 million—translating to roughly R56 million heading into the Buccaneers’ coffers.
- Contract Length: The Sharpeville-born sensation is putting pen to paper on a four-year contract keeping him in the Belgian Pro League until June 2030.
- Final Steps: Mofokeng is already in Belgium to complete his medical examination and iron out final personal terms.
“Mofokeng will be today in Belgium. Slightly higher than a €3M deal (R56 million). Well & truly a 4 years contract,” Tavolieri revealed.
Why the Announcement Was Delayed
While Orlando Pirates officially confirmed the agreement on Wednesday, they admitted the deal had been practically signed, sealed, and delivered before a ball was even kicked at the FIFA World Cup.
In a joint decision, both clubs agreed to keep the massive R56m transfer under wraps to allow the Bafana Bafana starlet to play without distraction during South Africa’s historic World Cup run.
With negotiations fully wrapped up and a life-changing European contract waiting, Mofokeng’s departure marks a legendary bit of business for the Mayfair front office.
