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South African footballers steal the limelight with big European moves

With the domestic transfer window closing on Friday, January 31, South African footballers are also making moves abroad.

On Thursday, SA-born utility player Thibang Phete left Portuguese side Famalicao for rivals Belenenses.

The 25-year-old made a name for himself at Vitoria Setubal where he spent four years before moving to Famalicao at the start of the current season.

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