Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Thembinkosi Lorch has hinted at a significant investment in the transportation industry, specifically in the truck business. This move suggests that footballers are learning from the past and preparing for their futures.
Before the DStv Premiership champions began their pre-season training and trip to Austria, Lorch, 30, was spotted testing a truck’s accelerator in a video he posted. This was followed by a photo of what appears to be the seller of the truck. The images, shared on his Instagram handle, suggest that Lorch may be exploring a new business venture.
This development comes as many footballers are using the pre-season break to focus on their personal lives and invest in their futures. Lorch’s teammate, Lucas Ribeiro, has been supporting poor families in his hometown of Santa Helena, Brazil. Ribeiro, who joined Sundowns from SK Beveren in Belgium, has been enjoying his holidays after a successful debut season with the club.
In an interview with FARPost, Ribeiro revealed that he was attracted to Sundowns because of the club’s ambition to win and its playing style. He said, “When I was approached by Sundowns, to be honest, I didn’t know much about the club, but it caught my attention, and I had to go and search about them and the country.”
Ribeiro’s decision to join Sundowns has been a successful one, and he is now looking forward to the new season. He is expected to join his teammates in Europe in the coming week, where they will begin their pre-season training in Austria.
According to reports, Sundowns will spend the first few weeks of their pre-season training in Austria, preparing for the 2024/25 DStv Premiership season. This move suggests that the club is serious about defending its title and preparing for the new season.
In conclusion, Thembinkosi Lorch’s investment in the truck business and Lucas Ribeiro’s commitment to supporting poor families demonstrate that footballers are not just focused on their careers but also on their personal lives and futures.
