Mukumela attracting European interest

  • Post published:June 7, 2016

Mamelodi Sundowns youngster Thendo Mukumela has reportedly received offers from sides in Italy and Spain.

Mukumela has made a name for himself at junior level, having made his debut for the U17 national side back in 2014 when he featured at the Four Nations tournament in Namibia.

Mukumela also starred for his country at the U17 World Cup, where the defender managed scored in his side’s 1-1 draw with Korea DPR. The goal earned the national side their solitary point at the tournament which was hosted in Chile.

The team were undone 2-0 by Russia, and were also narrowly defeated at the hands of Costa Rica by a 2-1 scoreline in the remaining game.

The teenager is reportedly interested several unnamed clubs from Italy and Spain, reports The Citizen. But the same source indicates that Sundowns are not eager to entertain invitations for his services.

Mukumela has yet to make a senior appearance for Sundowns.

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