Swallows FC have announced the signing of Bongani Sam on loan from Orlando Pirates until the end of the current season.

The 25-year-old was able to complete his move and be registered as a Swallows player after their transfer ban was lifted by world football governing body Fifa.

Sam joined the Dube Birds on loan from the Buccaneers after spending the first half of the current season on loan at fellow DStv Premiership side Maritzburg United.

Welcome Bongani Sam to the Birds Nest. Thank you for the smooth negotiations 🏴‍☠️@orlandopirates #SwallowsFC pic.twitter.com/x9FI613Rwf

— SwallowsFC (@Moroka_Swallows) January 31, 2023

The defender brings a wealth of experience, having previously played for Highlands Park, Bloemfontein Celtic, Pirates, Maritzburg as well as Swallows.

Over the course of his career, Sam has made 63 appearances across all competitions, while scoring four goals and assisting a further two in the process.

Sam has now become the Dube Birds second signing since their transfer ban was lifted after they roped in Evans Rusike from SuperSport United.