Orlando Pirates head coach Jose Riveiro has revealed he opted to announce his choice to depart the membership in June to permit the Buccaneers sufficient time to plan for his successor.
On Thursday, Pirates despatched shockwaves via the native soccer fraternity after asserting Riveiro’s choice to not lengthen his in June-expiring contract.
Whereas some anticipated Riveiro to depart, particularly after he beforehand acknowledged he really feel an excellent period at a membership is three years, the timing of the announcement has stunned many.
The Spaniard admitted he would’ve appreciated the announcement to come back later, however have to plan for the long run.
“Clearly, in an excellent world, one would have wished to carry on making any statements till the top of the season nevertheless it’s not potential,” he advised the membership’s media group.
“The membership must plan for its future and it’s solely honest that they’re given time to take action.”
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The 47-year-old joined the Buccaneers in July 2022 and has been in control of 121 video games, amassing 77 wins to date.
He’s additionally lifted three MTN8 titles and two Nedbank Cup trophies, and will nonetheless add extra silverware this marketing campaign, together with his aspect within the Nedbank Cup semi-finals, within the CAF Champions League quarter-finals and nonetheless chasing Mamelodi Sundowns for the Betway Premiership title.
