Percy Tau's next move takes an interesting turn after Sundowns reunion

Percy Tau is back among familiar faces at Mamelodi Sundowns, although his return to the club's training ground does not necessarily signal a permanent comeback.

The 32-year-old was spotted at Chloorkop on Tuesday morning, two days after watching Sundowns lose 3-1 to USM Alger in the CAF Super Cup final at Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

Foot Africa can confirm that Tau joined Miguel Cardoso's squad for training as he continues his search for a new club.

Why Percy Tau has returned to Sundowns training

Initial indications are that the former Al Ahly attacker is using the opportunity to maintain his fitness rather than negotiate a return to Sundowns.

Tau has been without a club since leaving Vietnamese side Thep Xanh Nam Dinh FC in May 2026 and had previously been training on his own.

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Two Premiership clubs have made enquiries about his availability, although neither conversation resulted in a concrete offer.

Kaizer Chiefs have also not made an enquiry despite being mentioned during a hypothetical discussion on Robert Marawa's 947 show.

Speaking on Marawa Sports Worldwide, Tau confirmed that he remains open to offers.

“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.

Tau's successful career after Sundowns

Tau helped Sundowns win the CAF Champions League in 2016 before earning PSL Footballer of the Season honours in 2017/18.

He later played for Brighton & Hove Albion, had loan spells in Belgium and joined Egyptian giants Al Ahly, winning two CAF Champions League titles and the CAF Interclub Player of the Year award in 2023.