The highly-rated defender joins a long list of players that have moved from United to the Brazilians. In recent memory, Aubrey Modiba, Teboho Mokoena, Sipho Mbule, Grant Kekana and Ronwen Williams have in the past swapped the blue and white jersey of SuperSport to the yellow of Sundowns. When I look at the institution, I think of quality. I think it also shifts your mental state. My name is Kegan Johannes and Im proud to be yellow, the 23-year-old said. The arrival of Johannes was announced on Monday morning. The right-back was reportedly being monitored by Orlando Pirates as well.
Masandawana, defender Kegan Johannes has joined Bafana Ba Style on a multi-year deal. Lets welcome our newest addition to the team, Sundowns confirmed on their social media pages.
Johannes came through the Ajax Cape Town youth academy and made it all the way to the first team before moving to SuperSport in 2021.The former South African U-23 captain leaves United after making 65 appearances for the club across all competitions in three seasons.
His 2023-2024 season was disrupted by niggling injuries but he managed to play 16 DStv Premiership matches for Gavin Hunt. Johannes will be fighting for a place in the star-studded Sundowns team with Khuliso Mudau and Zuko Mdunyelwa.
Sundowns spending spree continuesThe move comes after SuperSport were able to secure the services of goalkeeper Ricardo Goss on a two-season loan deal from Sundowns. Johannes becomes the third signing for the South African league champions following the arrival of Kobamelo Kodisang and Arthur de Oliveira Sales.
