Orlando Pirates have confirmed the departure of five players ahead of the 2026-27 season.

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The Buccaneers released five players after their contracts expired at the club.

The five players include Bandile Shandu, Sipho Mbule, Tshegofatso Mabasa, Karim Kimvuidi and Deivi Miguel Vieira (Gilberto).

This comes after the Sea Robbers announced the signing of four new players ahead of the new season.

“Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm the departure of five players following the conclusion of the 2025/26 season,” Pirates confirmed.

“The players who will be leaving the Club upon the conclusion of their respective contracts are Bandile Shandu, Sipho Mbule, Tshegofatso Mabasa, Karim Kimvuidi and Deivi Miguel Vieira (Gilberto).

“Each of the players departs having contributed to the Orlando Pirates journey in their own way, and the Club would like to place on record its appreciation for their service during their time with the Buccaneers.

“Orlando Pirates Football Club thanks Bandile, Sipho, Tshegofatso, Karim and Gilberto for their service and wishes them all the best in the next chapters of their respective careers.”