By Robert Matakanye,

Cape Town City have confirmed the signing of former Free State Stars Siphelele Mthembu after a trial period at the club concluded successfully.

It was reported previously that the powerful striker was on the verge of joining City,and now it has been made clear his his immediate future will rest in the colours of the Citizens.

The striker who has played for both Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates has reportedly penned a year deal with the club.The 31 year old spent one season with Free State Stars and scored less than six goals.It seems he will now have the chance to rediscover his top form in South Africa elite.

Aside from his failed Stars spell the Kwazulu Natal native is a proven goal scorer in the Premiership after having hit plenty of goals during his time at Platinum Stars in 2012/13 and 2013/14 as well.