Moroccan club Wydad Casablanca have finally succeeded in luring Thembinkosi Lorch back to North Africa.
For the past few weeks, Wydad has been engaged in talks with Mamelodi Sundowns for Lorch’s permanent switch following his impressive loan spell at the Red Castle.
Lorch’s initial loan deal ran out on 31 July, but Wydad was keen on a permanent deal.
African Times can today confirm the 32-year-old forward has signed a two-year deal, broken down into a one-year straight deal, with an option to extend for a further year.
Lorch, who also played for Orlando Pirates, would be eager to continue where he left off at Wydad.
He was arguably their standout performer at this year’s FIFA Club World Cup, catching the eye against Manchester City, Juventus, and Al Ain.
Wydad were knocked out in the group stage, but Lorch played his part.
He has starred in 17 games for Wydad, scoring three goals, and with Morocco hosting the Africa Cup of Nations in December, he would be hoping for a return to the Bafana Bafana setup.
