Mamelodi Sundowns Begin Squad Overhaul Under Miguel Cardoso

After an extremely successful season, head coach Miguel Cardoso is already working with club management to reorganize the team in anticipation of the 2025–26 campaign.

The current South African champions are expected to make significant changes in order to preserve their domestic supremacy and continental aspirations after winning the Betway Premiership and making it to the CAF Champions League final.

Lucas Suarez Loan Not Extended

Argentine defender Lucas Suarez, who joined the club in January on loan from CA Talleres, will be the first confirmed departure.

Despite a purchase option in the deal, Sundowns have opted against keeping him permanently, and Suarez is now expected to return to Argentina.

Kobamelo Kodisang Also on the Way Out

Another exit appears inevitable as midfielder Kobamelo Kodisang is set to leave the club. According to The Citizen, off-the-field issues have isolated him from the squad in recent months.

“From what I have been told, it looks like there’s no way back for him,” reported The Citizen.

Despite attempts to settle internal issues in private, Kodisang, who was originally seen to be a promising recruit, has not been included in recent matchday squads, and the club has apparently run out of patience.

Fresh Blood Incoming

With departures already underway, new signings are expected to follow shortly. According to reports, Cardoso has already sent Sundown's management a wish list with the goal of acquiring players with young enthusiasm and a continental background.

Strategic Reconstruction Is Underway

Early squad reorganization is a sign of the club's proactive approach. Sundowns is constructing with depth, discipline, and global aspirations in mind as the CAF Champions League and FIFA Club World Cup approach.

The Tshwane giants are expected to have a busy transfer season, both in terms of notable signings and departures.