Soweto giants Orlando Pirates have confirmed that they have parted ways with eight senior squad players on mutual ground.
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Last week, the Buccaneers confirmed the signing of four players – Thulani Hlatshwayo, Deon Hotto, Collins Makgaka and Terence Dzvukamanja.

Pirates released a statement via their official website which read:
Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm that it has met with the following players and their respective representatives and both parties have agreed to mutually terminate.
• Alfred Ndengane
• Diamond Thopola
• Xola Mlambo
• Meshack Maphangule
• Brian Hlongwa
• Thembela Sikhakhane
• Augustine Mulenga
• Tercious Malepe
The Club would like to thank all the players for their service and wish them the best in their future endeavours.