Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has stressed the importance of appreciating the brilliance of Lucas Ribeiro Costa while they still can.
Costa put on another spectacular show for the reigning Premiership champions in their 3-0 victory over Tshwane rivals SuperSport United on Wednesday evening. With the player performing so well for Sundowns and the FIFA Club World Cup coming later this year, there's no telling what could happen in the future.
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A move to Europe, or other parts of the world, cannot be ruled out.
"One of the things I said to Lucas when I arrive here, knowing that he was performing well in the league, was to try to tell him that there are always things that can be done. So, try to make him understand the ambition that he should have to continue to develop himself, (that) should be present everyday in his life," Cardoso said after the match at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Wednesday night.
"We work hard on the mindset of the players, a lot. I think the message is entering most of them, with commitment, with the work, with the strong mindset of getting better, with respect for everyday work. Lucas can go further on. We should profit as much as possible while we can from him and let's hope the club can keep him for long because he is a very important player. Lucas is a player to play at a high level, internationally, no doubt."
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Costa will have a big role to play when Sundowns host Soweto giants Orlando Pirates at Loftus Stadium on Saturday in a top of the table clash.
The Brazilian attacker has proven to be a man for the big occasion and is probably itching to play on Saturday to produce more magic as Sundowns aim to extend their lead at the summit.
