University of the Free State (UFS) star forward Omphemetse Athibeng looks set to take the next big step in his blossoming football career. Despite drawing significant interest from local Premier Soccer League (PSL) and Motsepe Foundation Championship sides, reports indicate that the dynamic Kovsies marksman is on the verge of securing a move to the Botswana Premier League.
Athibeng’s representative, Ezquiel Fernandez, confirmed to The African Chronicle that the player has traveled across the border for a formal assessment with Botswana top-flight club Dinare FC. While South African second-tier clubs have expressed clear interest in keeping the talented striker in the domestic system, Fernandez noted that the pathway to immediate first-team action and top-tier exposure is far more favorable in Botswana at this juncture.
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“Omphemetse Athibeng is on his way to Botswana for an assessment at Dinare FC,” Fernandez stated. “There is interest from Motsepe Foundation Championship clubs, but there is a bigger chance in Botswana, and that’s why we are taking him there for now.”
Athibeng’s stock has risen rapidly following stand-out performances in university football competitions. Known for his clinical finishing, off-the-ball movement, and sharp attacking instincts, the Kovsies star consistently proved to be a handful for opposition defenders. His crucial goalscoring form not only helped propel UFS to key victories on the national stage but also made him one of the most sought-after prospects emerging from the varsity sports pipeline.
A successful trial period with Dinare FC could see Athibeng make his professional debut outside South Africa, joining a growing contingent of local talent using neighboring leagues as a platform to refine their game. If the deal materializes, it will mark a major career milestone for the young forward and underscore the rising standard of varsity football as a incubator for professional talent.
