South Africa attacking midfielder Patrick Maswanganyi has joined Al-Khaldiya from Orlando Pirates, ending his spell with the reigning South African champions.
The 28-year-old, who was born in Tembisa, Gauteng, made the move on 24 August 2026 after starting the 2026-27 season with Pirates. He played in three Betway Premiership matches, providing one assist, and scored once in the MTN8.
Maswanganyi leaves Orlando Pirates after helping the club win the South African championship and the South African Cup during the 2025-26 campaign. He also lifted the MTN8 trophy three times with Pirates, in 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26, adding to the Nedbank Cup he won with the club in 2023-24.
The midfielder joined Pirates from SuperSport United in July 2023 on a free transfer. During his time at the club, he established himself as an attacking option and was recognised as the TM-Player of the Season in 2024.
Maswanganyi is listed as an attacking midfielder and is left-footed. He stands 1.78m tall and joins Al-Khaldiya with a market value of €1.3m.
His move brings an end to a three-year period at Orlando Pirates, where his honours included four domestic cup successes and the league title secured in his final completed season.
Maswanganyi’s transfer to Al-Khaldiya was completed on 24 August 2026.
