Mbabane Highlanders have cleared the air over the future of their top three stars.
The capital city giants are likely to lose their key players, Siyabonga Mkhonto, Siphiwe Cele, and Msimisi Zwane.
Mkhonto is linked with a move back to back MTN Premier League champions Nsimgizini Hotspurs, while Cele is wanted by two unnamed South African sides.
Gangly striker Msimisi Zwane is also monitored by a club in the Zimbabwe Premier Soccer League.
The three players helped the crowd pullers finish fifth in the 2025/26 MTN Premier League season during the first season under the leadership of President Shauwn Mkhize.
Highlanders General Manager Richard Makhoba confirmed the latest news through a press statement.
“The club has become aware of rumours currently circulating regarding the future of several players, specifically Siyabonga Mkhonto, Sphiwe Cele, and Msimisi Zwane.
Mbabane Highlanders AM Management can confirm that the club has received expressions of interest and formal enquiries for all three players. 
Siyabonga Mkhonto attracted interest from Nsingizini Hotspurs, Sphiwe Cele received enquiries from two clubs in South Africa,
while Msimisi Zwane has generated interest from clubs in Zimbabwe,” he said.
Makhoba further said they have engaged the three players over the proposed moves.
“In line with our commitment to transparency and professionalism, the club engaged the respective players and shared these opportunities with them,
allowing each player the freedom to assess the prospects against their personal and professional ambitions.
Following these discussions, all three players have communicated their desire to remain at Mbabane Highlanders AM and continue contributing to the club’s ongoing project.
As such, we wish to reassure our supporters, partners, and stakeholders that none of the players has been transferred and all three remain an important part of our plans for the upcoming season,” he said.
He further thanked the club supporters for their continued support and stated that they are in the process of strengthening their squad.
