Who will win the race for Ribeiro's signature?

This is a worrying time for Mamelodi Sundowns supporters, who are concerned about the possible departure of the club's most influential figure, Lucas Ribeiro Costa. The Brazilian attacker was a star performer for Sundowns at the FIFA Club World Cup and has attracted interest from various parts of the world. According to information received by Soccer Laduma, Ribeiro is on the verge of leaving the Betway Premiership champions, but where is he heading? Soccer Laduma looks at what options the 26-year-old has.

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A few days before the start of the new PSL season, Soccer Laduma understands Mamelodi Sundowns have been inundated with offers for the services of PSL Footballer of the Season Lucas Ribeiro Costa and he is on the verge of leaving the club after two successful seasons with the Tshwane giants.

Soccer Laduma has been informed that there was interest in Ribeiro abroad long before the FIFA Club World Cup, but his performance at the competition in the USA recently has not only attracted more attention but has raised his value as well.

Sundowns are believed to have been contacted by a few interested parties for the services of the 26-year-old and there is a good chance that he will depart Chloorkop in the current transfer window.

While there is no exact transfer figure, Soccer Laduma understands Sundowns value the midfielder at over R50 million, considering the impact he has made at the club both domestically and on the international stage.

Soccer Laduma understands that Sundowns are not standing in the way of the player, and the last few weeks have been about ensuring that the player makes a move to a club he prefers and that both parties are happy with the deal.

Soccer Laduma looks at where the interest has been coming from for the attacking midfielder, who could say his goodbyes this weekend when Sundowns take on Richards Bay FC in the MTN8 at Lucas Moripe Stadium.

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