Banyana Banyana star Thembi Kgatlana has already enjoyed league football in several countries, and now she’s on her way to Mexico.
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Thembi Kgatlana is leaving Racing Louisville after joining the MLS club in 2022 following stints with Benfica, Eibar and Atletico Madrid, among others. The well-travelled striker makes the switch to Tigres for a reported $275k transfer fee along with $25k in add-ons and 5% on any future sale. This is according to UnplayableZA on x via Bekki Morgan. It’s the second-biggest fee for an outgoing player in NWSL history. The 27-year-old will earn $550k a year, or R10 Million.
Kgatlana’s national team colleague Jermaine Seoposenwe plies her trade for Mexican outfit Monterrey, so we could see the pair strike up an exciting rivalry in Central America. Hilda Magaia and Sinoxolo Cesane are also playing their football in Mexico with Mazatlán Futbol Club Femenil. We will be watching the South African quartet closely.
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