News broke of the court proceedings on Sunday, with Swallows alleging that Gallants still owe them in the region of R20-million from the R40-million sale that saw them give their Betway Premiership place to the Bloemfontein club.
Swallows have now cancelled the sale and are asking the courts to make it legally binding, so they can offload the status to another buyer.
Gallants have responded, confirming there is indeed a matter before the courts, but adding the “management, technical staff and players remain fully focused on preparations and ongoing commitments for the remainder of the season”
The statement was issued on Monday with Gallants next in action on March 1 versus Durban City.
“Marumo Gallants FC confirms that the Club received court documents relating to a matter by Moroka Swallows last Friday,” the statement said.
“At this stage, as the matter is now before the court, the Club will not be making any further public comments nor will it be participating in media interviews regarding the issue. Marumo Gallants FC respects the legal process and will allow the matter to proceed through the appropriate judicial channels.
“The Club would like to assure its supporters, partners and stakeholders that operations continue as normal. Management, technical staff and players remain fully focused on preparations and ongoing commitments for the remainder of the season.
“Marumo Gallants FC appreciates the continued support and understanding from its fans and partners during this time. Further communication will be issued if and when appropriate.
“The team’s attention remains firmly on football matters as preparations continue for the upcoming fixture on the 1st of March 2026 against Durban City.”
It is another nightmare for the PSL after the 2024/25 campaign in which Royal AM dropped out midway through as the club was wound following outstanding monies owed to the SARS.
Their results to that point were annulled and each team only played 28 games in the league instead of the usual 30. The knock-on effect of that meant sponsors and the broadcaster did not get full value for the money they put into the league.