Miguel Cardoso Speaks Out on the Lasting Void Left by ‘Irreplaceable’ Lucas Ribeiro
- Miguel Cardoso has shared details about how Mamelodi Sundowns are coping without Lucas Ribeiro's presence in the squad so far this season
- The Portuguese tactician also excused himself from giving update about the Brazilian forward's future at the club
- Masandawana fans also reacted to Cardoso's comments on Ribeiro, and how he is adjusting to life without last season's best player on social media
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has offered an update on Lucas Ribeiro’s ongoing absence, as the Brazilian forward has yet to make his debut for the club this season.
The Brazilian star has been linked with a move away from Sundowns this summer with several foreign clubs showing interest in him.
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The former Belgium-based forward alongside Peter Shalulile and Khuliso Mudau missed Sundowns clash with Richards Bay in the MTN8.
Cardoso breaks silence on how he's adjusting Ribeiro's absence
In an interview after Pirates clash, Cardoso explained how he's been adjusting to Ribeiro's absence and he's not his job to address what's going on between the player and the club.
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“No one should be comparing players, whether it’s a right winger or any other position, on or off the field,” said Cardoso following Sundowns’ 1-1 draw with Orlando Pirates in the first leg of the MTN8 semi-final on Saturday.
“You can’t expect a carbon copy of someone who’s no longer part of the team. As for Lucas, I don’t think it’s my place to comment. In time, everything regarding his situation will be made clear. What I can say is that Arthur is stepping up and performing very well.”
The Portuguese manager outlined what Sales brings to the table since Ribeiro's absence from the team and his countryman taking up his role.
"He’s bringing energy, doing what’s required in that role, and making a real impact. Like I said, no player can replace another exactly, they might share a position, but each brings something different to the game,” he added.
“That means our style may shift, but we have to embrace Arthur’s individual strengths. He’s growing with every game, and we believe he can continue delivering at a high level.”
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Fans react to Cardoso fixing Sales to Ribeiro's position
Malome Speech wrote:
"Lucas contract at sundowns is in negotiations..He is on special leave..Qatar SC are speaking about finalizing talks with Morocan Benoun...nothing about Costa...In Flumenense there is nothing."
balekane mokoditoa shared:
"After the 1st goal, Sales dribbled 2 of our players and shot at goal. Ya, no. Very very bad things almost happened."
David Mphago commented:
"I think it has become evident that Lucas left the club , he was definitely going to make it to starting 11 in today's game."
K.K.K said:
"LRC10 the best kept SECRET even "sport journalists" are seeing FLAMES. They don't know where he is going, all they know is that he might be out of the country."
Bongani added:
"It's clear he is leaving so that is why they are giving sales a more of game time to adapt to their system of play."
Cardoso provides update on Zwane's injury
Briefly News earlier reported that Miguel Cardoso provided updates on Themba Zwane's injury against Pirates.
The South African international could only feature for 10 minutes against the Soweto giants at Orlando Stadium.
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