Karim Kimvuidi has travelled with Orlando Pirates for the club’s pre-season tour of Spain, the Siya crew has been informed, as the attacking midfielder looks to stake his claim under newly-appointed head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou.
The Congolese playmaker was among the standout performers in some Pirates’ final matches of last season, with a particularly impressive showing against Golden Arrows that appears to have strengthened his case for staying at the Soweto giants.
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While Kimvuidi’s name has been mentioned in recent transfer discussions, with interest reportedly coming from TP Mazembe and Algeria’s JS Kabylie, the Buccaneers have opted to keep the 23-year-old close as the new technical team assesses the squad.
“He’s travelled with the team to Spain. That should say a lot about how the club sees his future,” a source close to the situation told the Siya crew.
“The new coach is still taking a look at everyone, but Karim is in a good space and wants to fight for his place,” the source added.
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The Spanish tour could be an opportunity for Kimvuidi to impress the incoming coach and potentially cement a more consistent role in the side, after a season in which he often had to settle for substitute appearances.
Pirates are expected to play a number of friendly matches in Europe as part of their preparations for the 2025/26 season.
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