Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Sipho Chaine could still be out for a few more weeks, according to a source close to the club.
Chaine injured his knee in the Carling Knockout match against Cape Town Spurs last month and was replaced by Melusi Buthelezi.
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The former Chippa United goalkeeper has been Bucs' number one and doing well, having been one of the standout performers when the team defended the MTN8 last month.
While it was expected that the 26-year-old would soon make a comeback, indications are that the injury is bigger than initially thought.
"Sipho Chaine is still recovering and unlikely to be available immediately after the international break. The injury is likely to keep him out of competitive football for a few more weeks," said the source.
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"Initially, it was thought that he would be out for just a few weeks but it has taken longer than that. What works for Pirates though is that they have some of the best players in the league in that department. Melusi Buthelezi has been doing well and there are other top keepers in the squad in Richard Ofori and Siyabonga Mpontshane who are waiting for their chance," the source said.
Pirates will return with a fixture against Richards Bay FC on Saturday at the King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium in Durban.
