Pitso Mosimane’s agency has opened up on the former Mamelodi Sundowns and Al Ahly coach parting ways with United Arab Emirates Pro League side Al-Wahda.
Al-Wahda confirmed that Arno Buitenweg will take over the coaching reins following the departure of the former Bafana Bafana mentor.
After parting ways with Saudi outfit Al Ahli, Mosimane joined Al-Wahda in June 2023, where he took charge of 10 games, winning six and conceding four defeats.
During his stint, his side managed to find the back of the net on 18 occasions while conceding 11 goals before his departure.
His agency has since released the following statement on his departure, which reads:
“MT Sports Marketing and Management can confirm that Coach Pitso Mosimane and his technical team have parted ways with Al Wahda Football Club, with immediate effect.”
“Coach Pitso Mosimane and his technical team joined Al Wahda Football Club in June 2023, taking charge of the UAE Pro League squad.
“The South African-led technical team guided Al Wahda Football Club to the Arab Club Champions Cup quarterfinal stage in August 2023, which they played away in Saudi Arabia.
“Al Wahda Football Club currently sits in 5th position on the log, 5 points behind the league leaders.
“Furthermore, Al Wahda Football Club remains a contender for the ADIB Cup after eliminating Emirates F.C. 8-0in their last cup fixture.
“Coach Pitso Mosimane would like to thank the Al Wahda Football Club, the Board, players, staff, and supporters for their warm welcome and support, since joining the club earlier this year, and wish them well for the remainder of the season and future endeavours. “