The 2026/27 Betway Premiership transfer window officially closed at midnight on Monday, September 21, 2026, bringing an end to a busy period of squad movement at Mamelodi Sundowns.
The Brazilians made several significant additions to their squad, including established domestic players and international recruits, while also welcoming back a number of players from loan spells.
At the same time, Sundowns sanctioned several departures, including major moves involving Thapelo Maseko and Peter Shalulile, while a number of players were sent out on loan to gain regular playing time.
According to the final transfer-window roundup published by SuperSport, Sundowns recorded 13 incoming movements and eight outgoing movements during the window.
Here is the full breakdown of the club’s recorded transfer activity for the 2026/27 campaign.
📥 Mamelodi Sundowns Incomings
New Signings
- Antonio van Wyk — signed from Austrian Bundesliga club SV Ried.
- Cassius Mailula — joined from Toronto FC in Canada.
- Thabang Matuludi — signed from Polokwane City.
- Thabo Cele — joined from Kaizer Chiefs.
- Siyanda Ndlovu — signed from Lamontville Golden Arrows.
- Deon van Rooyen — joined from Orlando Pirates.
- Katlego “Tsiki” Ntsabeleng — signed from FC Dallas in the United States.
- Wandile Dube — Joined from Amazulu on deadline day.
These additions strengthened several areas of the Sundowns squad, with the club recruiting both locally and internationally. SuperSport’s final transfer list confirms all seven movements.
🔙 Loan Returns
Sundowns also welcomed several players back after temporary spells away from the club:
- Ricardo Goss — returned from Siwelele FC.
- Kobamelo Kodisang — returned from Stellenbosch FC.
- Thapelo Maseko — returned from AEL Limassol in Cyprus.
- Terrence Mashego — returned from Durban City.
- Akhanyile Norwana — returned from the University of Pretoria.
- Asekho Tiwani — returned from Stellenbosch FC.
The return of these players temporarily expanded the Sundowns squad, although some subsequently moved on again before the window closed.
📤 Mamelodi Sundowns Outgoings
Permanent Transfers and Departures
- Thapelo Maseko — joined Danish Superliga club FC Copenhagen.
- Peter Shalulile — joined Young Africans of Tanzania.
- Miguel Reisinho — departed the club.
Maseko’s move to FC Copenhagen was one of the major international departures from Chloorkop during the window, while Shalulile also began a new chapter in Tanzania.
Loan Departures
- Terrence Mashego — joined Stellenbosch FC on loan.
- Thato Sibiya — joined Lille in France on loan.
- Jody February — joined Siwelele FC on loan.
- Malebogo Modise — joined Polokwane City.
- Asekho Tiwani — joined Kruger United.
Mashego returned to Sundowns following his previous loan spell at Durban City before subsequently moving to Stellenbosch on another loan for the 2026/27 campaign. FARPost reported that the left-back had joined Stellenbosch for the season.
Jody February’s move to Siwelele was also confirmed as a season-long loan, following the return of Ricardo Goss from his loan spell at the Bloemfontein club.
🔄 The Loan Return-and-Departure Cycle
Several Sundowns players experienced more than one movement during the transfer window.
Thapelo Maseko, for example, returned to Sundowns from his loan spell at AEL Limassol before completing a permanent transfer to FC Copenhagen.
Terrence Mashego similarly returned from Durban City before subsequently joining Stellenbosch FC on loan.
Asekho Tiwani returned from Stellenbosch FC before being sent out on loan to Kruger United.
These movements are therefore reflected in both the incoming and outgoing sections because they represent separate transfer transactions during the window.
⭐ Key Arrivals at Chloorkop
Among Sundowns’ new additions was Thabo Cele, who joined from Kaizer Chiefs as a free agent. The midfielder became one of the notable domestic transfers of the window.
Antonio van Wyk also strengthened the squad after arriving from Austrian side SV Ried, while Thabang Matuludi made the move from Polokwane City.
The Brazilians also secured Siyanda Ndlovu from Golden Arrows and Deon van Rooyen from Orlando Pirates, adding further domestic experience to the squad.
Meanwhile, Cassius Mailula returned to Sundowns after his time abroad, providing another familiar attacking option. The transfer records confirm his move from Toronto FC.
🌍 Major Departures
Sundowns’ most prominent international departure was Thapelo Maseko, who completed a move to FC Copenhagen.
The winger’s departure followed his return from loan at AEL Limassol and marked another step in his career abroad.
Peter Shalulile also left the club, joining Tanzanian giants Young Africans after his time with Sundowns came to an end.
🟡 Squad Reshaping Continues
Sundowns’ transfer activity shows a combination of recruitment, squad management and the movement of players returning from loan spells.
The club added seven new players while also bringing back six players from temporary spells elsewhere. Several of those returning players were subsequently transferred or loaned out again before the window closed.
With the transfer window now closed, the focus shifts to how the revamped squad performs across the 2026/27 Betway Premiership and Sundowns’ continental commitments.
🏆 Focus Turns to the Season
The Brazilians enter the remainder of the campaign with a squad containing a mixture of established internationals, new domestic recruits, returning loanees and emerging talent.
The arrival of players such as Antonio van Wyk, Thabo Cele, Thabang Matuludi, Siyanda Ndlovu and Deon van Rooyen adds further depth, while the return of several players from loan spells gives the technical team additional options.
Now that the transfer window is closed, attention turns to the pitch as Sundowns continue their pursuit of success on both the domestic and continental fronts.
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