Orlando Pirates gives update on Mohau Nkota return to the field

Mohau Nkota's return to the Orlando Pirates starting line up is not yet close.

The midfielder is on loan from Saudi Arabian club, Al-Ettifaq, for the season and has been carrying an injury.

“Mohau Nkota and Andre de Jong are continuing to make progress in their respective rehabilitation programmes," said a Pirates statement.

“Nkota is recovering from a knee injury, while De Jong is undergoing treatment for a hamstring injury. Both players have progressed to field-based rehabilitation.

“Although no timeframe has been confirmed for their return, the move to on-field rehabilitation represents a positive step in their recovery.”