Stanley Nwabali Discusses Competition With Maduka Okoye for Nigeria’s Goalkeeper Spot
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Agent of Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Teboho Mokoena, Glyn Binkin has opened up on client's links to Egyptian giants Al-Ahly and Qatari outfit Al Wakrah.
The South African star has been reported to be on the radar of the African champions for months following his outstanding performances for Bafana Bafana at the Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast early this year.
Stanley Nwabali Discusses Competition With Maduka Okoye for Nigeria’s Goalkeeper Spot
FootballMokoena played a starring role as the 1996 champions finished the tournament in third place.
The 27-year-old has also been a key figure at Sundowns as they dominated the South African league while also reaching the semi-final of the CAF Champions League.
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Although there have not been official talks between Al-Ahly and the player's agent, Binkin could not confirm nor reject the rumours.
“In recent months, there have been many speculations that Mokoena will join Al Ahly, but I cannot confirm nor deny this," he told MBC Egypt, as quoted by King Fut.
“There are no negotiations between Al Ahly and Mokoena, and I am not aware of Al Ahly negotiating with Sundowns regarding the player.
“Al Ahly may have contacted Sundowns, but from my side, I cannot confirm nor deny that."
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FootballHowever, Binkin was quick to deny reports linking the midfielder to Al Wakrah in Qatar.
“There are no negotiations with Qatari club Al Wakrah. This is not true!” he added.
Mokoena made 17 appearances, scoring three goals and providing three assists for Sundowns this season, per Transfermarkt.
Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Ronwen Williams and Mokoena ensured Relebohile Mofokeng made his debut for South Africa against Zimbabwe on Tuesday.
The 19-year-old replaced Oswin Appolis in injury time as Bafana Bafana secured a 3-1 victory at home to boost their 2026 World Cup qualification hopes.
Mofokeng nearly missed the chance to play his first match for South Africa as the game was almost done while he was preparing on the sidelines to come on.