Stellenbosch have announced the double signing of Ashley Cupido and Brian Onyango from Cape Town Spurs and Mamelodi Sundowns respectively.
The 23-year-old Cupido was a transfer target for Kaizer Chiefs but Stellies have edged out the Soweto giants for the forward’s signature.
Cupido’s signing could be seen as a direct replacement for Iqraam Rayners who joined Sundowns earlier in the current transfer window.
The team from the Cape Winelands also confirmed the departure of Mervin Boji, who has finalised a permanent transfer to Spurs as part of the deal.
Stellenbosch CEO Rob Benadie said: “We are excited to welcome the talented 23-year-old to our ambitious club.
“He is a player who will fit our system well and who we believe has the ability to consistently feature at the top end of the PSL’s goal-scoring charts.”
“Mervin is a local hero who we believe will take this opportunity to get more consistent game-time and realise his full potential.
“He was instrumental in our reserve team winning two DStv Diski Challenge titles, scoring 31 goals in 30 appearances in the competition, and we have no doubt that he will succeed in this new challenge.”
Meanwhile, Kenya international defender Onyango joins Stellies on a free transfer after leaving league champions Sundowns.
The 30-year-old has a wealth of experience behind him having made more than 200 career appearances in South African football having also played for Maritzburg United and Santos.
Benadie added: “Brian is a player who has enjoyed great success during his career and we are looking forward to adding his experience and winning mentality to our squad.
“He has been brought in to bolster our defensive line and we have no doubt that he will make a valuable contribution towards both our domestic and continental ambitions.”
The Club has secured the permanent signing of Ashley Cupido from Cape Town Spurs in a deal that has seen Mervin Boji move in the opposite direction.
— Stellenbosch FC (@StellenboschFC) August 27, 2024
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