Orlando Pirates supporters have sharing mix reactions on signing of Norwegian forward Sebastian Pedersen, jokingly comparing him to Erling Halaand.
Pirates are bolding their attacking side by bringing international player from Norway, as they are ready for upcoming competitions.
The club has recently signed Pedersen, which draws attention from fans as they already named him “Baby Halaand” while other call “Haaland from Temu” as they expecting more of him.
“The 27-year-old has put pen to paper on a two-year deal, with the Club holding an option to extend for a further season,” Pirates said in a statement.
“He becomes the newest addition to Abdeslam Ouaddou’s squad as the Buccaneers prepare for a competitive season ahead.”
The club also highlighted Pedersen’s pedigree and goalscoring record.
“Pedersen arrives from one of Norwegian football’s great talent factories. The blonde bomber is cut from that cloth, having featured at junior national team level from U15 all the way to U21. In terms of his style of play, Pedersen is considered a one-touch finisher rather than a bulldozer. He has recorded 51 goals in his last 117 matches.”
Orlando have closed successful closed the chapter last summer after lifting Betway Premiership, looking forward for best things to come.
