Kegan Johannes joins Mamelodi Sundowns from SuperSport United

This strategic acquisition marks another significant addition to their squad, continuing a trend of securing talent from their local adversaries.

In recent seasons, Sundowns have successfully brought in several key players from SuperSport – including Teboho Mokoena, Ronwen Williams, Thapelo Maseko, Aubrey Modiba, Grant Kekana, and Sipho Mbule.

The latest inclusion of Johannes aims to strengthen their defensive line further.

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Johannes, who joined SuperSport from Cape Town Spurs in 2021, quickly established himself as a crucial team member – primarily playing as a right-back, though his versatility allowed him to be effective in central defence whenever required.

His adaptability and consistent performances made him a standout player, and his move to Sundowns is expected to add depth and competition to the squad.

He will immediately join his teammates on their pre-season camp in Austria, where they gear up for what is expected to be an exciting 2024/25 season for The Brazilians under a new technical team led by Manqoba Mngqithi.

Johannes' arrival means he will be competing for the right-back position with Zuko Mdunyelwa, Khuliso Mudau, and Thapelo Morena.

This competition is expected to raise the performance levels within the squad, as each player will be keen to secure a starting berth.

The 23-year-old is Sundowns' third acquisition of the current transfer window, forllowing the earlier arrivals of Kobamelo Kodisang and South American attacker Arthur Sales.

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