What happened: Olwethu Makhanya has not returned to the Philadelphia Union because he wants to leave the club, according to a report from Tom Bogert. Per sources, Makhanya believes the organization broke a promise to let him move to Europe after rejecting an offer from Belgium.
MLS·BREAKING·July 20, 2026 10:28 AM ET
Olwethu Makhanya holds out from Philadelphia Union over transfer dispute
The club reportedly rejected a transfer bid from Belgium.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 201 min read
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