TS Galaxy Coach Dismisses Transfer Rumors Surrounding Seluleko Mahlambi

“As far as I know, with Mahlambi, he’s okay. He’s focused, and he wants to be here,” TS Galaxy interim coach Esau Mtsweni stated, addressing the ongoing transfer speculation surrounding winger Seluleko Mahlambi as the club struggles through the start of the Betway Premiership season.

Addressing the R4 Million Transfer Speculation

The future of the young winger has drawn intense scrutiny following a high-profile approach from Kaizer Chiefs. Earlier in the season, TS Galaxy chairman Tim Sukazi revealed on Metro FM that Chiefs submitted a R4 million offer for Mahlambi, though the deal collapsed because the club valued the player closer to R10 million. Despite radio reports and social media rumors linking the right-footed attacker with a move to Naturena ahead of the January 2027 transfer window, Mtsweni insisted that private discussions reveal the player remains committed to the Mpumalanga-based outfit. Mtsweni explained to FARPost ZA that he personally spoke with the youngster to gauge his mental state amid the outside noise.

Mtsweni noted that Mahlambi expressed a desire to remain with the squad for the foreseeable future. The coaching staff maintains that despite a quiet performance during their recent midweek fixture, the winger’s drop in form stems from normal athletic variance rather than external distractions. Mahlambi has featured in seven matches this campaign without registering a goal or an assist, struggling to replicate the breakout productivity from his maiden senior season.

Shifting Focus After Cup Elimination

The transfer talk comes at a turbulent time for the Rockets on the pitch. TS Galaxy exited the Carling Knockout Cup on Tuesday night following a comprehensive 3-0 defeat to Kaizer Chiefs at FNB Stadium, where 22-year-old attacker Wandile Duba netted a second-half hat-trick. Speaking after the match, Mtsweni admitted that the elimination might ultimately benefit the squad.

The interim boss suggested that exiting the cup competition serves as a blessing in disguise, allowing the team to concentrate entirely on domestic survival. TS Galaxy currently occupies 13th position in the Betway Premiership standings, accumulating just six points from their opening eight matches with a record of one win, three draws, and four defeats.

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