Union Saint‑Gilloise races to lock in World Cup winger Mofokeng

South African winger Relebohile Mofokeng is on the brink of joining Belgian side Union Saint‑Gilloise, pending a medical examination that will confirm a transfer valued at a minimum of €3 million. The 21‑year‑old’s move follows a standout World Cup 2026 campaign and a prolific season with Orlando Pirates.

Mofokeng departs Orlando Pirates after helping the club secure a championship title, contributing ten goals and eight assists in the previous campaign. His versatility and small stature have made him a key attacking asset for the South African side.

At the 2026 World Cup, Mofokeng featured in three matches for South Africa, which exited in the round of 16 against Canada. Coach Hugo Broos saw his side lose on a late Eustaquio goal in added time, with only a single minor goal scored in that game.

Union Saint‑Gilloise has already allocated a summer budget exceeding €9 million, securing signings such as Havenaar, Olaru, Hurtevent and Kricfalusi to reinforce the squad. So far, only Christian Burgess and Guillaume François have formally left the club.

Club recruiters have monitored Mofokeng for an extended period, impressed by his ability to operate across the front line and provide fresh attacking options. Should his medical assessment prove satisfactory, Union plans to validate and announce the signing without delay.

The juxtaposition of Union’s aggressive recruitment spending and the conditional nature of Mofokeng’s deal highlights the club’s determination to expand its offensive depth while still navigating transfer uncertainties. The next step hinges on the medical results, which will determine whether the winger officially joins the Brussels outfit.