Percy Tau is expected to join Mamelodi Sundowns' full first-team training sessions this week, according to sources cited by Soccer Laduma. The 32-year-old forward, who has been training individually in recent days to build his conditioning, is reportedly set for a more formal arrangement that would see him work alongside Miguel Cardoso's squad.
Tau has been a free agent since his spell at Thep Xanh Nam Dinh FC concluded earlier this year. His return to the club's Chloorkop training base has fuelled speculation about a permanent homecoming, though a contract has not yet been officially tabled and Sundowns have not responded to formal enquiries about a potential signing.
The development comes with Sundowns looking to respond after exiting the CAF Champions League and losing the CAF Super Cup final. The club has also recently welcomed back another familiar face in Cassius Mailula, and Cardoso is said to be keen to explore options for squad depth given a congested fixture schedule.
Tau's connection to Sundowns dates back to his role in the club's 2016 CAF Champions League triumph. He later won two more continental titles at Al Ahly and was named CAF Interclub Player of the Year in 2023.
Speaking on Marawa Sports Worldwide, Tau addressed his next career move without confirming any decision. "I will listen if there are offers; I'm not ruling out anyone. There's a lot to take in, to consider. You have to consider age, how long the contract is and then family," he said.
Kaizer Chiefs have been mentioned in fan speculation, but there is no concrete evidence of an approach from Naturena at this stage. For now, Tau's training return remains centred on Chloorkop.
