Bloemfontein Celtic have thrown Helder Pelembe a lifeline. The largely neglected Orlando Pirates striker, who arrived in South Africa less than two years ago as a highly rated goal poacher and was used sparingly by then coach Roger de Sa, began training with the Free State club yesterday in the hope of earning himself a contract.Celtic confirmed through their managing director, Rali Ramabodu, that negotiations with the Buccaneers to sign Pelembe, along with defender Mthokosizi Dube, were under way.Pelembe's current deal with Pirates expires at the end of the 2015-2016 season, which is scheduled to begin next month.Pelembe, 27, only made two Premier League starts for Pirates last season and desperately needs the move. The Mozambican forward enjoyed a bit more game time two seasons ago, mostly under De Sa and then under Vladimir Vermezovic, who also quit in December. Dube was not registered by the club.Ramabodu said: "They will add value when they eventually sign because of their phenomenal work rate. We are confident of clinching the deal before the season starts."Pelembe's arrival will further strengthen the attack. Shortly after last season, in which Celtic finished seventh, the club announced that it had signed AmaTuks striker Geofrey Massa.Early last month, another striker, Vuyisile Wana, and midfielder Lantshene Phalane joined after leaving the now-relegated Moroka Swallows. Celtic also have last season's Golden Boot runner-up in Lerato Lamola, who scored 13 goals...