Mamelodi Sundowns' status as a top destination for African talent has been underlined by former Raja Casablanca coach Fadlu Davids, who says players at the Moroccan club are pleading for moves to the Tshwane giants. Davids, who recently managed Raja, explained that Sundowns' consistent presence at the business end of continental competition makes them both a desired and feared opponent.
He stated that players from the North African powerhouse frequently approach him with transfer requests. "Everybody wants to play for Sundowns. Everybody fears Sundowns," Davids said. "That is just the visibility in the CAF Champions League, always being in semi-finals and finals."
The club's continental pedigree is a major draw. Mamelodi Sundowns has won two CAF Champions League titles and is a regular fixture in the latter stages of Africa's premier club competition. This elite reputation, built over years, makes them a magnet for ambitious players across the continent.
Their appeal is amplified by current domestic supremacy. Sundowns sit top of the Premier Soccer League with 20 points from eight games, holding a one-point lead. They are unbeaten this season, with a recent run of four wins and a draw. This form, which includes a 2-1 victory over Al-Ahli Jeddah last week, shows their strength.
Davids, a former Orlando Pirates coach, also credited club owner Dr. Patrice Motsepe for raising standards in South African football through visionary leadership. With the team in such strong form, the demand from players elsewhere to be part of the project is clearly understood.
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