Bafana Bafana striker Percy Tau has become a free agent, sparking interest among Premier Soccer League (PSL) clubs eager to secure the talent of the 31-year-old.
Tau’s departure from Doha-based Qatar SC comes on the heels of a short-term contract with the Qatari club, which he joined mid-season from Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly.
During his time with Qatar SC, Tau’s influence was pivotal in steering the club clear of relegation in the competitive Qatar Stars League.
Before his stint in Qatar, Tau enjoyed substantial success with Al Ahly, where he thrived in his role and contributed to the club’s impressive collection of silverware, including two CAF Champions League titles, two Egyptian Premier League championships, and four Egyptian Super Cups.
His accolades further include being named the CAF Interclub Player of the Year in 2023, a historic achievement as he became the first South African to win this prestigious award.
Tau’s expansive career has seen him play for various noteworthy clubs across multiple countries.
His journey began at Mamelodi Sundowns and has taken him through European giants, including Union St Gilloise, Club Brugge, Anderlecht in Belgium, and Brighton & Hove Albion in England, showcasing his adaptability and talent across different leagues and styles of play.
During an engaging podcast with Hollywoodbets Brand Ambassador Robert Marawa, Tau shared his thoughts on rejoining the PSL, stating he would contemplate lucrative offers.
Tau said he is open to discussions with any interested party in the PSL, including Orlando Pirates, Stellenbosch FC, or SuperSport United.
“There’s a lot to consider—age, length of contract, and family,” he highlighted. “If that situation were to arise regarding an offer, I would pay attention to it.”
Marawa was trying to establish what Tau would deem an attractive offer, and he mentioned R450,000 a month for a two-year contract. This proposition seemed to resonate well with Tau, who responded with enthusiasm, exclaiming, “Perfect,” which signals his readiness to engage in further negotiations.
“If I were to consider an offer around R450,000 per month on a two-year contract with an option to extend, I would entertain that,” Tau confirmed, particularly if it were from a club like Kaizer Chiefs, a club he admired during his childhood days.
“There are still other clubs in the PSL. I mean, I’ve played for Sundowns, so I cannot write them off,” he remarked, alluding to his successful time with the club, where he won numerous trophies and garnered immense affection from the fans.
As he deliberated the possibilities, Tau echoed a sentiment rooted in pragmatism: “It will have to take a good deal to agree. If Sundowns were not to offer me a contract and Chiefs do, then it’s not my fault.
With the transfer window still young, the landscape of South African football is ripe for surprises, and Tau’s next chapter could unfold at any moment as he remains poised for conversations that may see him adorning a new club’s colours in the not-so-distant future.
Some reports came out after the Marawa interview saying Chiefs are not keen to signing Tau, even going further to say he will be no better than Khama Billiat and Keagan Dolly, who flopped at Naturena.
