A-League cellar dwellers Melbourne Victory have strengthened their attacking shares with the signing of Paraguayan ace Fernando Romero and the retention of Socceroo Ben Folami.
Romero has joined the Victory on mortgage for the remainder of the season from Paraguayan Primera Division aspect Cerro Porteno, whereas 23-year-old Folami has prolonged his keep on the membership till not less than 2025.
“It has been great to see Ben’s growth with Victory in recent seasons,” Victory director of soccer John Didulica mentioned.
“His professionalism and dedication to becoming a better footballer has seen him develop over his time at Victory, including being elevated into the Socceroos, and we’re looking forward to see him take his football to the next level.”
Sydney-born Folami initially joined the Victory on mortgage in 2020 from English membership Ipswich Town earlier than signing a everlasting cope with the Melbourne membership in July 2021.
“Since joining the club, I’ve felt home at Melbourne Victory and I’m really motivated to continue to take my game to the next level,” mentioned the scorer of seven objectives in 57 A-League appearances.
“The playing and coaching group have been amazing over the past season and a bit, and I’m excited to see what this group can achieve.”
While Folami is ready to function for the Victory towards the Jets in Newcastle on Sunday, 22-year-old Romero is but to reach in Melbourne within the coming weeks and received’t play till his worldwide clearance is confirmed
“I want to show the fans what I can do as a footballer and repay the faith the club has put in me to represent this proud club,” Romero mentioned.
“This is a new challenge for me but a challenge that I’m looking forward to, and ready to deliver.”
Victory coach Tony Popovic mentioned the potential to deliver “something special” to last-placed membership.
“He is a young prospect who already has very valuable experience across competitions such as the Copa Libertadores,” Popovic mentioned.
“Fernando is an exciting talent who has the ability to play across the front line, and we’re looking forward to seeing him play for our club.”
Originally revealed as Paraguayan ace joins Victory as Socceroo extends his keep on the Melbourne membership
Source: www.dailytelegraph.com.au
