Olwethu Makhanya
Philadelphia Union/D/
South AfricaPlayer Info
Olwethu Makhanya is a highly-rated South African defender for MLS side Philadelphia Union, seen as a major prospect for the future. The 21-year-old center-back, born April 30, 2004, began his career in his homeland with Stellenbosch FC before his high-profile transfer to Philadelphia in 2024. His key highlights include making his MLS debut and showcasing his composure and athleticism in defense, with a market value already reflecting his potential at €1 million. While team honors in MLS are a future target, his move to a top-flight American club is a significant career step. Individually, he has been recognized as one of South Africa's most promising exports. Standing 182cm tall, Makhanya is a modern defender known for his ball-playing ability and physical presence, earmarked for a bright future in the game.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2026/07/29
Philadelphia Union
Rangers F.C.3500000€
Transfer
2023/07/17
Stellenbosch FCPhiladelphia Union445000€
Transfer
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
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Away
HT
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Statistics
Philadelphia Union
USA MLS2026
Matches
Games Played
13
Games Started
13
Minutes Per Game
1170
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
6
Accurate Passes Per Game
545
Key Passes Per Game
6
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
43
Accurate Crosses Per Game
1
Success Dribbles Per Game
5
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
30
Interceptions Per Game
16
Clearances Per Game
60
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
6
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
1
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
14
Be Fouled Per Game
2