Orlando Pirates set to snap up trial star with three-year deal

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Orlando Pirates look set to reward trialist Lebone Seema with a long-term contract after the former TS Galaxy defender caught the eye of head coach Abdeslam Ouaddou during pre-season training.

Seema has made a strong impression on the Buccaneers’ technical team. And a source close to the club indicate that a decision regarding his future is just around the corner.

Three-year contract in the Pirates pipeline

“At the moment everything to make him a Pirates player is close to being completed. And they will offer him a three-year contract,” a source close to the discussions confirmed. Highlighting how advanced the negotiations have become.

Ouaddou, who continues to shape his squad ahead of the new season. Appears eager to include Seema in his defensive plans.

Ouaddou moves quickly to finalise squad

The head coach, along with his technical team, has nearly finalised the core squad for the 2025/2026 campaign.

“The technical team led by the head Coach Ouaddou have almost concluded their squad for this coming season. While some will join the rest in Spain, and others have remained behind,” the source added.

Pirates in Spain: High-profile friendlies await

The Soweto giants have travelled to Spain for their pre-season camp, where they will take on LaLiga sides Las Palmas and Granada. These matches will provide the perfect stage for fringe players. And trialists like Seema to solidify their place in the squad.

If finalised, Seema’s signing will mark another strategic addition to a Pirates side looking to make a serious push for silverware in the upcoming season.

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