Defender Wayde Jooste has become the latest star to confirm his exit from Maritzburg United following the club's relegation to the Motsepe Foundation Championship.
The defender, who joined the Team of Choice in December, confirmed his exit through a statement released on Tuesday morning, taking to social media to thank the club and supporters.
"My journey was short and bittersweet. The fight felt a lot lighter knowing we had the support from you, blue army," Jooste wrote on Instagram.
"This was a battle we could not win but not once have felt we were not supported. We wanted to the give the club and it's supporters victory but unfortunately , it was not meant t for us, not this time.
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"I will miss Friday night lights and the "yes yes yes" from the blue army, it is definitely an experience I will not forget which I am so thankful for along with the lessons learnt and the growth I've experienced.
"Thank you to the Maritzburg United management and blue army for taking me in and giving another family and beautiful memories to take along with me on my journey. Feeling extremely blessed to have experienced something that makes saying goodbye so difficult.
"Thank you blue army, for everything and farewell.
The 31-year-old made 16 appearances for the Team of Choice, missing just three matches during his time. He becomes the latest departure at Harry Gwala Stadium following the confirmed departures of Jose Ali Meza and club captain Travis Graham.
Head coach Fadlu Davids, along with his technical team, have also reportedly parted ways with the KwaZulu-Natal outfit.
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