Experienced Maritzburg United fullbacks, Ruben Cloete and Peter Petersen, have extended their contracts with the club by a further year.

Petersen, who has made over 100 appearances for United at right-back since joining the club in 2007/08, was a solid performer as the team came close to clinching a top eight berth last season.

Cloete, who last season was on loan at Maritzburg from Orlando Pirates, has now secured himself a permanent move after putting in some solid displays at left-back.

United’s Commercial Manager, Younus Kadodia, expressed his delight after the club secured the pair’s services for another season.

He told the Siya crew, “We’ve concluded deals with Cloete and Petersen. They’re part of the crux of our team and we’re happy they’re back on board for another season.”

By David Minchella
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