TS Galaxy eye broader MLS partnership following Chicago Fire transfer

The Rockets completed a reported R18-million deal with Chicago Fire for attacker Puso Dithejane in January, and Sukazi believes the transfer could be the beginning of a broader relationship between the franchises.

Speaking to SABC Sport, the Galaxy chairman explained the purpose of his visit and outlined the possibilities emerging from the club’s growing connection with the American side.

"There's a lot to come from that end through TS Galaxy's involvement. But then , of course, at the fundamental core was to visit our players, and when I say 'our,' I am speaking as a South African. Mbeke [Mbekezeli Mbokazi] is a son of the soil, and so is Puso [Dithejane]. Given that they play for one club, it just makes sense for me, or any other person for that matter, to see them both," said Sukazi.

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"I think it's quite natural. It was a pleasant and fruitful visit, but then, of course, because the mission was broader than that, our visit included Cincinnati as well, and I had meetings with other MLS clubs."

Sukazi is of the view that MLS will be among the high ranking leagues across the world in a few years and does not want to miss out on being part of that imminent evolution.

"As TS Galaxy, we see the MLS becoming one of the top five leagues in the next five to eight years. Now I can say that emphatically because I watched three matches during my time there, and we thought it's necessary that we also study that league. I can safely say the level of football now is higher than the level of our league. I am talking from a playing structure and tactical organizational setup."

Dithejane has no doubt opened doors for his former teammates at Galaxy according to Sukazi, who already has his eye on a few more prospects moving abroad.  

Meanwhile, Sukazi also reiterated that The Rockets will play most of their matches this season at the Solomon Mahlangu Stadium in KwaMhlanga.