Monnapule Saleng, a winger for Mamelodi Sundowns, has been sidelined after repeated rule breaches, according to head coach Miguel Cardoso. Agent Karabo Mathang‑Tshabuse says Saleng’s struggles stem from mental health issues and that the club is giving him space to recover.
Disciplinary concerns
Sundowns’ coach confirmed that Saleng had been side‑lined for "consecutively breaking rules and values of the locker room and club". Mathang‑Tshabuse counters that the root cause is a complex mental health struggle rather than mere defiance.
Loan to Orbit
The agent explained that Saleng’s loan to Orbit was a strategic move to help him recover in a familiar environment. "Orbit was a place to ease tensions and help him recuperate," she told MetroFM, noting that the move was seen by some as a regression.
Support and welfare
Mathang‑Tshabuse praised Sundowns for their professional handling of the situation. "They are giving him the space to try and see how he can recuperate back into the fold of a professional, high‑performing player," she said.
Mental health context
The agent highlighted broader mental‑health issues in the Betway Premiership, citing the silent struggles of players like Jayden Adams. "It is a psychological safety issue," she added, stressing the need for clubs to address these hidden challenges.
