Speaking on Metro FM’s Sports Night Amplified, Simba midfielder Neo Maema has
confirmed that he is still a Mamelodi Sundowns player, revealing that his move to the
Tanzanian giants is a loan. The clarification comes as a surprise to many.
In August, the Chloorkop-based side issued a statement that was misconstrued as a
permanent farewell, leading many to believe Maema’s chapter with the Brazilians had
officially closed.
“People don’t know that I’m actually on loan,” Maema told host Andile Ncube. “I still
have to go back and hear what [Sundowns] have to say. For me to come to Tanzania
was very difficult because I had to negotiate with the club.”
Maema admitted to being in the dark regarding whether Masandawana scouts are
actively monitoring his performances in the NBC Premier League. He outlined two
primary paths for his immediate future. Either Simba SC triggers a permanent
transfer clause, or PSL giants Sundowns recalls the player or facilitates a move
elsewhere upon his return.
“I’m on loan, and I don’t know why it wasn’t disclosed. I think after this, I have two
options – Simba are either going to trigger, or maybe we part ways. For now, I don’t
have an exact answer.”
Meanwhile, Maema further revealed they were yet to receive their dues from
participating in CHAN last year in August. The midfielder, who captained the side,
expressed deep disappointment over the SAFA’s failure to remunerate the players.
“As the captain, I can testify that they have not paid,” Maema stated, adding that the
squad has been met with nothing but “empty promises” while teammates look to him
for answers.
Source: FARPost
