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News.com.au
11 hours ago
- Sport
- News.com.au
Brisbane Roar eyeing off former Adelaide United defender Giuseppe Bovalina
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.'
Yahoo
a day ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
McGarry makes move to Brisbane Roar
James McGarry will leave Aberdeen for "a fresh start" with A-League side Brisbane Roar after a "difficult" two years at Pittodrie. The left-back made just 28 appearances since joining in 2023, due in large part to Jack MacKenzie's form, and spent the second half of last season on loan to Athens Kallithea. Advertisement The 27-year-old New Zealand cap scored one Dons goal - against Dumbarton in last season's League Cup group stage - and leaves with the "best wishes" of manager Jimmy Thelin. "A culmination of frustrating injuries and the form of Jack made life a little difficult for James, but I have never had any complaints about his attitude or professionalism," Thelin said. "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."
BBC News
a day ago
- Sport
- BBC News
McGarry makes move to Brisbane Roar
James McGarry will leave Aberdeen for "a fresh start" with A-League side Brisbane Roar after a "difficult" two years at left-back made just 28 appearances since joining in 2023, due in large part to Jack MacKenzie's form, and spent the second half of last season on loan to Athens 27-year-old New Zealand cap scored one Dons goal - against Dumbarton in last season's League Cup group stage - and leaves with the "best wishes" of manager Jimmy Thelin."A culmination of frustrating injuries and the form of Jack made life a little difficult for James, but I have never had any complaints about his attitude or professionalism," Thelin said."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."
News.com.au
2 days ago
- Business
- News.com.au
Western United's future seemingly secure despite player wages again being late
Western United's A-League future is expected to be secured within two weeks despite the club being again late with the payment of player wages. The financially embattled United announced on May 2 that KAM Melbourne, a subsidiary of American company KAM Sports, had bought a 'controlling stake' – understood to be worth $100 million – in the club and its parent company, Western Melbourne Group. However, the transaction had to be approved by Wyndham City Council, the APL and Football Australia. And with the KAM Melbourne only having met this week with APL boss Stephen Conroy, the deal is yet to have been given the green light. However, United officials are confident that the new ownership will be approved by early next month, And despite not yet being ratified as the club's new majority owners, KAM Melbourne was set to inject funds into United to ensure overdue wages were paid by Friday. It's the second time in two months that United has been late with the payment of wages, and it's a situation that has angered Professional Footballers Australia chief executive officer Beau Busch. Representing the west ðŸ'š Rhys Bozinovski and Matt Grimaldi starred in the U23s first friendly against the Korea Republic! Whilst Abel Walatee and Kane Vidmar got minutes during the second matchup between the two sides ðŸ'� Academy director Anthony Frost assisted in the dugout 🌟 — Western United FC (@wufcofficial) June 11, 2025 'The professionalism of the Western United players and staff in the most trying conditions is a testament to their character and commitment to Australian football,' Busch said. 'They are the victims of a governance model that is not fit for purpose and where FA and the APL appear unwilling to enforce their own regulations. 'Regrettably this has once again meant that the players are left to fight for their most basic entitlement as employees. 'We will continue to ensure the players have access to the full resources of the PFA.' Meanwhile, Melbourne Victory have signed former Adelaide United midfielder Louis D'Ariggo on a two-year deal. D'Arrigo, 23, has joined the Victory from Polish club Lechia Gdansk. 'Joining Melbourne Victory is an exciting step in my career,' D'Arrigo said. 'This is a club with an incredible culture, passionate fans, and a real hunger for success. 'To be part of that environment and have the chance to contribute is something I'm grateful for.' Elsewhere, the Roar have confirmed the signing of former Wellington Phoenix, Newcastle Jets and Central Coast Mariners left-back James McGarry on a three-year deal. News Corp Australia reported last week that McGarry was poised to join Brisbane from Scottish club Aberdeen, who last season loaned the New Zealand international to Greek outfit Athens Kallithea.
BBC News
2 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Portsmouth sign Australian forward Segecic
Portsmouth have signed Australian forward Adrian Segecic from Sydney FC for an undisclosed 21-year-old was the joint-top scorer in the A-League with 13 goals last season and has signed a three-year contract at Fratton becomes the fourth Australian to join Portsmouth along with Jacob Farrell, Hayden Matthews and Thomas Waddingham."Adrian is a really exciting young player – one of the hottest prospects coming out of Australia at the moment," Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told the club website., external"We've already had some success with bringing people over from that part of the world and we hope that Adrian can now make a real impact at Pompey."Segecic is Portsmouth's first signing of the summer after they finished 16th in the Championship last season.
