Football analyst Lindo Pep has sparked renewed speculation about Percy Tau's next move, suggesting that the former Bafana Bafana international is training with Mamelodi Sundowns because he wants to secure a permanent return rather than simply maintain his fitness.

The 32-year-old forward, who is currently without a club, joined Miguel Cardoso's squad for a training session on Tuesday morning. His appearance at Chloorkop came shortly after he watched Sundowns suffer a 3-1 defeat against USM Alger in the CAF Super Cup final at Loftus Versfeld Stadium.

Tau has been searching for a new opportunity since departing Vietnamese outfit Thep Xanh Nam Dinh in May. Before joining the Sundowns training sessions, he had reportedly been keeping himself fit independently.

Although initial reports suggested that his presence at the club was only intended to help him regain match fitness while considering other offers, Pep has presented a different interpretation.

Speaking on SoccerBeat's Prime Target Transfer Beat, the analyst questioned whether a club with Sundowns' ambitions would allow an established former player to train alongside its first team without a more serious intention behind the arrangement.

Pep also pointed to Tau's impressive achievements throughout his career as evidence that he could still make a valuable contribution.

During his previous spell at Sundowns, the attacker won the domestic league, the CAF Champions League, the PSL Footballer of the Year award and the Golden Boot. He also enjoyed considerable success with Egyptian giants Al Ahly, collecting several continental trophies, while winning honours during his time in Belgium.

Despite turning 32, Pep believes Tau still possesses the technical ability, attacking intelligence and versatility required to strengthen Sundowns' forward line.

Meanwhile, reports suggest that discussions about a possible return have already started, with the club considering a short-term agreement until the end of the season. Tau is also believed to have impressed the technical team during training.

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