Mamelodi Sundowns have made it clear that midfielder Jayden Adams
remains a part of their future plans and will not be sent out on loan,
despite his reduced role this season.
The 23-year-old, who joined the Brazilians from Stellenbosch FC amid
considerable promise, has struggled for consistent minutes in a star-studded
squad. His situation was further highlighted by his omission from the recent
Bafana Bafana squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. However, sources
close to the club have confirmed to PSLSA that Sundowns’ management and
technical team are unwavering in their support and want Adams to fight for
his place at Chloorkop.
A Siya source close to the player stated: “He is staying, they believe he
still has a role to play. They won’t consider loaning him… Jayden needs to
also just pull up his socks.”
The message underscores the club’s belief in his talent but also places the
responsibility on Adams to elevate his performance and seize any opportunity
that arises, particularly in a squad battling on multiple fronts where
injuries could quickly change the landscape.
Adams, a bronze medalist with Bafana at the 2023 AFCON, has made 15
appearances this season, scoring once. His path has been blocked by stiff
competition, including the arrival of Nuno Santos and the resurgence of
Sphelele Mkhulise.
Sundowns’ firm stance signals their long-term investment in the midfielder,
leaving the next move in his career up to his own determination and
readiness to reclaim a key role at one of South Africa’s most demanding
clubs.
