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Orlando Pirates legend Makhanya asks club 'never to sell Shonga'

The 23-year-old attacker has been linked with a move away from the Buccaneers after limited game time last season

Former Orlando Pirates winger Joseph Makhanya has pleaded with the Soweto giants to be patient with forward Justin Shonga, saying the Zambian can form a “deadly” attacking combination with Frank Mhango and Tshegofatso Mabasa.

Shonga struggled for playing minutes last season and managed just 11 appearances across all competitions and did not score any goals.

This has led to rumours that the player wants a move away from Pirates, with reported interest in him coming from Portugal, Spain and Egypt.