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Perth Now
9 hours ago
- Sport
- Perth Now
Roar interested in bringing young gun home
Brisbane Roar have expressed an interest in bringing former Adelaide United defender Giuseppe Bovalina back to the A-League, and also haven't ruled out convincing winger Nikola Mileusnic to rejoin the club. Roar insiders have confirmed that both Bovalina and Mileusnic are in the club's sights. Bovalina, 20, joined Major League Soccer Club Vancouver Whitecaps in April last year from the Reds on an initial contract that will expire in 2026. However, Bovalina is struggling for game time, and could be tempted to kickstart his career at the Roar under the club's new coach, former Adelaide captain Michael Valkanis. Another former Red in Mileusnic left the Roar after three seasons to join Perth Glory last year. His Glory contract expires this month, and having started in only nine A-League games for Perth in the club's dismal 2024-25 campaign, a return to Brisbane could very well be on the cards for the 31-year-old attacking weapon, particularly with Valkanis having replaced Ruben Zadkovich as coach. Meanwhile, former Roar playmaker Keegan Jelacic has signed a two-year deal with Melbourne Victory. Jelacic, 22, left the Roar last month after joining the club on loan from Belgian outfit Gent in January last year. The Australian under-23 international has now parted ways with Gent permanently to link with the Victory, who have lost the past two A-League grand finals. 'Joining one of the biggest clubs in the league is always an exciting prospect,' Jelacic said. 'I'm looking forward to experiencing the passion of the club and doing my part on the pitch.' Victory coach Arthur Diles said Jelacic was an 'example of outstanding young Australian talent with valuable experience both locally and internationally'. 'Keegan's arrival at the club ahead of our 2025-26 campaign will bolster our midfield as we aim to go one better than we did last season,' Diles said. 'We have a strong foundation to build on, and we're looking forward to seeing Keegan bring his best to the team and contribute to our success.'
The Herald Scotland
a day ago
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
James McGarry set for Aberdeen exit as he agrees transfer
He moved to Scotland in the summer of 2023 after impressing in the A-League for Central Coast Mariners but was never able to hold down a regular starting spot, injuries and the form of Jack MacKenzie both playing their part. The New Zealand international played 28 times in total for Aberdeen and scored one goal, in a Premier Sports Cup group game against Dumbarton. 'Sometimes things just don't quite go the way everyone plans when a player makes a move, and I think that is the case here. 'He has a lot of experience in the A-League, and with a fresh start, I am sure he'll do well there. He leaves with our thanks and best wishes for his future career.'
The National
a day ago
- Sport
- The National
James McGarry set for Aberdeen exit as he agrees transfer
McGarry has been on loan at Greek side Athens Kallithea since January but will now exit Pittodrie permanently and head back to Australia. He moved to Scotland in the summer of 2023 after impressing in the A-League for Central Coast Mariners but was never able to hold down a regular starting spot, injuries and the form of Jack MacKenzie both playing their part. The New Zealand international played 28 times in total for Aberdeen and scored one goal, in a Premier Sports Cup group game against Dumbarton. 'Sometimes things just don't quite go the way everyone plans when a player makes a move, and I think that is the case here. 'He has a lot of experience in the A-League, and with a fresh start, I am sure he'll do well there. He leaves with our thanks and best wishes for his future career.'
Sydney Morning Herald
2 days ago
- Business
- Sydney Morning Herald
New Matildas coach wants more backing for A-League after CBA windfall
New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has called for more support for A-League Women after Football Australia announced a multi-million dollar deal with Commonwealth Bank to support the game at all levels for the next six years. Already the naming rights sponsor of the Matildas, the deal will see the Commonwealth Bank become the major sponsor of the Socceroos as well, along with the ParaRoos, ParaMatildas and emerging national sides. FA had announced earlier this week that Subway would cease to be the Socceroos' major sponsor in August. Montemurro took over earlier this month from interim Matildas coach Tom Sermanni, who said in May domestic football in Australia needed 'significant improvement in its professionalism.' 'You always want more support in any scenario, it's a given,' Montemurro said. 'The reality is that the A-League is the league that it is and there is a focus on clubs now to really understand the sustainable structures in place in terms of how they're developing players.' Montemurro built his coaching career in Australia, notably with Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory, before moving to European giants Arsenal, Juventus and most recently Lyon in France. He is confident that as domestic football grows in professionalism, it will build a stronger talent pipeline ahead of the 2026 Asian Cup in Australia. 'There's an example of Melbourne City which I was involved in, going all the way through in the Asian Champions League,' Montemurro said. 'So now these clubs have a bit of a name, and I suppose a direction on where they need to go. 'But more importantly, we need to now link the development [of the clubs] with the national team – start thinking, 'If we are a developing nation in terms of a league, then let's start to identify some players for the next generation and the generations to come.'
The Age
2 days ago
- Business
- The Age
New Matildas coach wants more backing for A-League after CBA windfall
New Matildas coach Joe Montemurro has called for more support for A-League Women after Football Australia announced a multi-million dollar deal with Commonwealth Bank to support the game at all levels for the next six years. Already the naming rights sponsor of the Matildas, the deal will see the Commonwealth Bank become the major sponsor of the Socceroos as well, along with the ParaRoos, ParaMatildas and emerging national sides. FA had announced earlier this week that Subway would cease to be the Socceroos' major sponsor in August. Montemurro took over earlier this month from interim Matildas coach Tom Sermanni, who said in May domestic football in Australia needed 'significant improvement in its professionalism.' 'You always want more support in any scenario, it's a given,' Montemurro said. 'The reality is that the A-League is the league that it is and there is a focus on clubs now to really understand the sustainable structures in place in terms of how they're developing players.' Montemurro built his coaching career in Australia, notably with Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory, before moving to European giants Arsenal, Juventus and most recently Lyon in France. He is confident that as domestic football grows in professionalism, it will build a stronger talent pipeline ahead of the 2026 Asian Cup in Australia. 'There's an example of Melbourne City which I was involved in, going all the way through in the Asian Champions League,' Montemurro said. 'So now these clubs have a bit of a name, and I suppose a direction on where they need to go. 'But more importantly, we need to now link the development [of the clubs] with the national team – start thinking, 'If we are a developing nation in terms of a league, then let's start to identify some players for the next generation and the generations to come.'
