Former Mamelodi Sundowns left-back Lyle Lakay has become the latest player to join the newly promoted Motsepe Foundation Championship outfit Hope FC.

Lakay was previously on the books at Betway Premiership outfit Siwelele FC, where he made 10 appearances across all competition for the club last season.

He brings a wealth of experience, having previously played for SuperSport United, FC Cape Town, Bloemfontein Celtic, Cape Town City, Mamelodi Sundowns, and most recently Siwelele FC.

The 35-year-old has joined a long list of players, who have joined the club this campaign as they fight for promotion to the top-flight.

“Welcome home, Lyle. Cape Town boy back in the Mother City,” Hope FC posted on Facebook.

“We’re excited to welcome the highly experienced Lyle Lakay to Hope FC. A decorated player in South African football and a former PSL Defender of the Season, Lyle brings invaluable experience, leadership and quality to The Immortals.

“We can’t wait to see him in the black and red.

“Welcome to Hope FC, Lyle.”