Happy Jele

Orlando Pirates have announced that they will not be renewing the contract of their most-capped player, centreback and long-time captain Happy Jele.

“Happy arrived from the amateur club Walter Stars in 2006, as a lanky and unassuming 19-year-old. “Happy is a special character who has answered every call the club has made of him throughout the years, which is why he has a future at the club beyond his playing days. “In those 16 years, he won eight trophies, made over 400 appearances and scored 18 goals.

It's been confirmed that veteran defender Happy Jele will indeed make what will be seen as a shock exit from the Buccaneers.

Everyone at Orlando Pirates Football Club would like to express the enormous gratitude to Happy Jele and wish him the very best of luck for the future. Happy arrived from the amateur club Walter Stars in 2006 as a lanky and unassuming 19 year old. During these deliberations, which spanned a three-week period, the Club discussed various job options available to the long-term serving defender in a non-playing capacity. This marks the end of Happy Jele’s momentous career with us. Yet, it’s now been revealed that although Jele hoped this option would be taken, the Buccaneers clearly believed only a non-playing role would suit the club right now. The Pirates leader has enjoyed a remarkable career with the Buccaneers, which has spanned 16 years and included over 400 appearances since 2006.

Orlando Pirates have confirmed that they have parted ways with long-serving player Happy Jele after 16 years at the club.

“A follow-up meeting was held two weeks later where Happy expressed his intensions to continue playing football beyond the 2021/2022 season, an option that unfortunately is not available. During these deliberations, which spanned a three-week period, the Club discussed various job options available to the long-term serving defender in a non-playing capacity,” read statement on the club’s website. Having joined Pirates back in 2006, Jele has been with the club for 16-years.

Soweto giants Orlando Pirates have parted ways with club captain and central defender Happy Jele.

During these deliberations, which spanned a three-week period, the club discussed various job options available to the long-term serving defender in a non-playing capacity. The former Bafana Bafana defender made more than 400 appearances for the club in the course of his 16 years at the club. "Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm that Happy Jele met with the chairman of the club at the end of the 2021/22 season to discuss his future.

With Orlando Pirates confirming that Happy Jele is leaving the club after 16 years, we take a look at his best cars during his stay with the Buccaneers.

Now, 16 years later, Jele leaves with eight trophies, more than 400 appearances to his name and 18 goals. Although we cannot confirm the details of their partnership, Jele is often seen with Lexus rides, and it is believed the two parties have some sort of collaboration agreement. With Orlando Pirates confirming that Happy Jele is leaving the club after 16 years, we take a look at his best cars during his stay with the Buccaneers. Check it out!

A difference in opinion effectively led to Happy Jele's departure from Orlando Pirates after an illustrious career at the club.

Everyone at Orlando Pirates Football Club would like to express the enormous gratitude to Happy Jele and wish him the very best of luck for the future. Happy arrived from the amateur club Walter Stars in 2006 as a lanky and unassuming 19 year old. During these deliberations, which spanned a three-week period, the Club discussed various job options available to the long-term serving defender in a non-playing capacity. This marks the end of Happy Jele’s momentous career with us. Jele signed a one-year contract extension with Pirates at the end of the previous season, but that deal has now expired. Yet, it’s now been revealed that although Jele hoped this option would be taken, the Buccaneers clearly believed only a non-playing role would suit the club right now.

Happy Jele has shared his thoughts after his shock departure from Orlando Pirates that ended an illustrious career at the club.

Everyone at Orlando Pirates Football Club would like to express the enormous gratitude to Happy Jele and wish him the very best of luck for the future. Happy arrived from the amateur club Walter Stars in 2006 as a lanky and unassuming 19 year old. During these deliberations, which spanned a three-week period, the Club discussed various job options available to the long-term serving defender in a non-playing capacity. Royal AM are keen and watching his situation at Pirates,” said the source. No one can predict the future but hopefully I will be back to The Club one day in a different capacity. This marks the end of Happy Jele’s momentous career with us.

Former Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele has broken his silence following his departure from the Buccaneers. The Soweto giants announced Jele's contract ...

I wish Orlando Pirates FC, fans, supporters, management and the members of the 2022/23 squad all the best in their future endeavours.” “The opportunity afforded to me by the club chairman Dr Khoza will be highly considered during my time away from the club I only played for in my professional football career,” Jele said. “Firstly I would like to take this opportunity to thank the chairman of Orlando Pirates FC Dr Irvin Khoza for bringing me to this massive team when I was just a teenager starting out in my football career 16 years ago,” said Jele in a statement to the South African Football Journalists Association.

Former Orlando Pirates captain Happy Jele has broken his silence following his departure from the Buccaneers. The Soweto giants announced Jele's contract ...

I wish Orlando Pirates FC, fans, supporters, management and the members of the 2022/23 squad all the best in their future endeavours.” “The opportunity afforded to me by the club chairman Dr Khoza will be highly considered during my time away from the club I only played for in my professional football career,” Jele said. “Firstly I would like to take this opportunity to thank the chairman of Orlando Pirates FC Dr Irvin Khoza for bringing me to this massive team when I was just a teenager starting out in my football career 16 years ago,” said Jele in a statement to the South African Football Journalists Association.

Premier Soccer League side Orlando Pirates have confirmed the departure of club captain Happy Jele. The Buccaneers are strengthening for the new campaign ...

During these deliberations, which spanned a three-week period, the club discussed various job options available to the long-term serving defender in a non-playing capacity. This marks the end of Happy Jele’s momentous career with us," Bucs stated on their official website. "Orlando Pirates Football Club can confirm that Happy Jele met with the Chairman of the Club at the end of the 2021/22 season to discuss his future.

Orlando Pirates legend Tebogo Moloi has described Happy Jele's departure as a sad day for the Buccaneers.

A follow-up meeting was held two weeks later where Happy expressed his intentions to continue playing football beyond the 2021/2022 season, an option that unfortunately is not available.” “During these deliberations, which spanned a three-week period, the club discussed various job options available to the long-term serving defender in a non-playing capacity. Jele extended his deal until last season and the club had an option to renew it by another year, but they decided against that.

There is continued talk that Royal AM owner Shauwn Mkhize could be interested in Happy Jele after his departure from Orlando Pirates. Craig Lewis. by ...

Everyone at Orlando Pirates Football Club would like to express the enormous gratitude to Happy Jele and wish him the very best of luck for the future. Happy arrived from the amateur club Walter Stars in 2006 as a lanky and unassuming 19 year old. During these deliberations, which spanned a three-week period, the Club discussed various job options available to the long-term serving defender in a non-playing capacity. This marks the end of Happy Jele’s momentous career with us. Jele signed a one-year contract extension with Pirates at the end of the previous season, but that deal has now expired. Royal AM are keen and watching his situation at Pirates,” said the source.

Happy Jele has penned a heartfelt message to Orlando Pirates while explaining why he turned down the club's new offer following the Soweto giants' ...

No one can predict the future, but hopefully, I will be back to The Club one day in a different capacity. Yes, I was offered an opportunity in non-playing staff, and I gracefully expressed my desire to play for another season or two before I hung up my boots. “I am proud to have represented the Ghost with dedication, loyalty, and humility, and I hope I didn’t disappoint.

Happy Jele's career at Orlando Pirates was celebrated on the timeline after it was announced that the veteran defender will be leaving the Buccaneers after ...

What a Legend." In a lengthy message posted on his Instagram, Happy Jele thanks the Orlando Pirates fans for their support and Chairman Dr Irvin Khoza for bringing him to the club as a teenager. "Happy Jele is a Club and football Legend who represented Orlando Pirates with Passion and wore the famous Black and white Jersey with Pride. You don't have to be Orlando Pirates to love and appreciate him.