Socceroos goalkeeper Joe Gauci has joined English Premier League membership Aston Villa in a deal that may reportedly web Adelaide United nearly $2.5m, plus more cash from future transfers involving the gloveman.
The Reds on Friday confirmed the departure of 23-year-old Gauci, who has signed a 4½ yr contract with Villa.
“The environment (Adelaide) has created has really allowed me to flourish and be my true self, on and off the field, and has allowed me to reach the level that I have,” mentioned Gauci, who’s on Asian Cup responsibility in Qatar, the place he’s Australia’s deputy keeper behind captain Mat Ryan.
Gauci – who made 76 appearances for the Reds after becoming a member of the membership in October, 2020 – follows within the footsteps of former Socceroos custodian Mark Bosnich, who spent greater than seven years at Villa through the Nineties.
Adelaide goalkeeper coach and ex-Socceroos gloveman Eugene Galekovic praised Gauci for his “positive attitude, work ethic and exceptional talent”.
“We’ve witnessed Joe’s growth and development first-hand during his time with us,” Galekovic mentioned.
“His commitment to improving as a goalkeeper has been evident in every training session and match.
“While we are sad to see him go, we understand that this transfer presents a fantastic opportunity for Joe to further elevate his career, joining one of the world’s truly great competitions.”
Gauci turns into the second Reds keeper to maneuver to an EPL membership in every week, with 19-year-old Steven Hall having joined Brighton final Friday.
Source: www.news.com.au
