Former Orlando Pirates midfielder Vincent Pule has penned an emotional farewell following his exit from the Soweto giants, ending a six-year stay that was full of its ups and downs.
Pule was named among several players whose contracts would not be renewed by Pirates following their expiry at the end of June.
The 32-year-old had joined the club in 2018, going on to make 146 appearances. In the same period, he contributed 23 goals and 12 assists.
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Following his exit, Pule has taken to social media platform Instagram to pen a farewell.
"Dear Orlando Pirates Fam, I would like to take this opportunity to express my thanks.
"To the Chairman Dr Irvin Khoza thank you for the opportunity you gave me to be part of such an amazing institution," Pule wrote.
"To the Management technical team, your dedication, expertise, and tireless efforts behind the scenes have been nothing short of remarkable.
"To my fellow players, it has been an honour and a privilege to share the pitch with such a talented and passionate group of individuals.
"The bonds we have formed both on and off the field will always hold a special place in my heart, and I am grateful for the memories we have created together."
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"And last but certainly not least, to our loyal supporters, your unwavering dedication and unwavering support have been the backbone of this team. Your passion and enthusiasm have inspired us to push harder, aim higher, and never give up, and for that, I am truly thankful."
"Thank you once again for everything, and know that I will always cherish the time we spent together."