Melbourne Victory has confirmed the signing of former Socceroos prodigy Daniel Arzani.
News Corp Australia last Tuesday revealed the Victory’s interest in Arzani, who as a teenager played for the Socceroos at the 2018 World Cup.
And with Arzani’s departure from Macarthur FC having since been finalised despite the 24-year-old attacking weapon having had a year to run on his Bulls contract, the Victory on Sunday announced he had joined the Melbourne club on a two-year deal.
“We’re incredibly pleased to welcome Daniel to Melbourne Victory and believe he has all the attributes to be a strong contributor to our success this season,” Victory coach Tony Popovic said.
“We’ve seen what he can produce. He’s a dynamic, young forward who has shown he can deliver, and we believe the environment at Melbourne Victory will allow him to return to his best.”
Former Melbourne City star Arzani – who returned to the A-League last year after a four-season stint in Europe on loan at Celtic (Scotland), Utrecht (Netherlands), AGF (Denmark) and Lommel (Belgium) while contracted to English Premier League giants Manchester City – said he was “excited “ to join the Victory.
“I understand the expectation that comes from joining a club like Melbourne Victory and I want to prove myself to the best fans in the league, week in, week out,” he said.
“(Victory home ground) AAMI Park is a special place for me and I believe that I can be the best version of myself at Melbourne Victory.”
The Victory also confirmed the departure of their skipper for the past seasons, Josh Brillante, who has signed a two-year deal with Western Sydney Wanderers.
Melbourne Victory director of football John Didulica said: “We thank Josh for his significant contribution to Melbourne Victory and wish him and his family well in their next step.”
After a tough 2022-23 season at the Victory, Brillante said he wanted to be “back enjoying” his football.
“I’ve seen over the years that the Wanderers are a very passionate club with a great member and fan base,” he said.
“It’s a big club with a winning mentality that excites me. I want to add to the club that is already so positive on and off the pitch.”
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