Pitso Mosimane reveals why he signed Tokelo Rantie for Mamelodi Sundowns

Mamelodi Sundowns coach Pitso Mosimane has explained why he signed Tokelo Rantie, saying the striker deserves a second chance and is still in a good shape to revive his career after a period of inactivity.

Rantie had been training with the Brazilians for a couple of weeks and joined the club as a free agent on a three-year deal last week.

Mosimane defended his decision to sign the striker, whose career had appeared to be threatened by some personal problems.

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Likening Rantie to Lerato Chabangu and Masibusane Zongo, who were thrown lifelines after enduring off-field troubles, Mosimane said Rantie deserved the same chance.

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