Relebohile Mofokeng | Orlando Pirates
According to all the metrics of modern football, Mofokeng is undoubtedly the hottest property in the domestic game at the moment.
At just 19, he has established himself as a starter at the Sea Robbers and is featured in the national team set-up as well.
He will understand more than anyone that most eyes will be on him this season as he carries huge responsibility.
Lucas Ribeiro | Mamelodi Sundowns
The Brazilian maestro lit up the South African football scene in his debut campaign last term and became one of the players of the season.
Now settling into his prime at 25 years old, Ribeiro has been handed the No 10 jersey at Sundowns and all the demands that it carries as the club targets an unprecedented eighth league title in a row.
Gaston Sirino | Kaizer Chiefs
Although 33, Sirino is the most high-profile and proven of all Amakhosi signings ahead of the new season.
The Uruguayan-born attacker is set to play an integral role under new coach Nasreddine Nabi, who has expressed his excitement at working with a man of Sirino’s quality.
Mlondi Mbanjwa | AmaZulu
Durban-born Mbanjwa unexpectedly burst onto the scene last season having played in the second tier in the year prior.
Having found himself in the Bafana set-up last term, the 26-year-old will be one of the players to watch at Usuthu as they seek to move further into the top eight.
Lehlohonolo Mojela | Stellenbosch
Similar to Mbanjwa, Mojela’s rise from semi-professional to elite league has been rapid and fast-tracked by his immense talent and explosive playing style.
Having impressed for TS Galaxy last term, the 27-year-old attacker has fitted in like a glove at Stellies and has already shown his potential in the Maroons in the MTN8.