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Volpato waits on Mourinho to green light $14m move

Volpato waits on Mourinho to green light $14m move

AS Roma boss Jose Mourinho will have the final say on Australian winger Cristian Volpato’s proposed $14 million move to Serie A rivals Sassuolo this week, after all other concerned parties agreed terms on a multi-year deal. 19 Jun 2023
Ange's Aussie protege lands FC Tokyo top job

Ange's Aussie protege lands FC Tokyo top job

One door closes, another opens for Aussie coach Peter Cklamovski, who is set be unveiled by J1 League FC Tokyo - nearly three months after being sacked by second tier Montedio Yamagata. 15 Jun 2023
'Four concrete offers': Striker exits Wanderers for overseas move

'Four concrete offers': Striker exits Wanderers for overseas move

Striker Kusini Yengi has played his last game for Western Sydney Wanderers, with English third tier outfit Portsmouth among four clubs to have tabled concrete offers. 13 Jun 2023
Socceroos Abroad: Belgium hunting Aussie talent, major managerial moves, and numerous relegations

Socceroos Abroad: Belgium hunting Aussie talent, major managerial moves, and numerous relegations

In May, a managerial move became the most significant in Australian football history, two A-League Men prospects secured moves to Belgium, and a host of Aussies suffered crushing relegations. Front Page Football's Christian Marchetti looks at the most significant talking points surrounding the Socceroos and Aussies Abroad in May for FTBL. 13 Jun 2023
Affair of the heart: Rising star reveals why he opted for Australia over Italy

Affair of the heart: Rising star reveals why he opted for Australia over Italy

It took time to crystallise - but once cogs in his had mind clicked into place, newly-minted Socceroo Alessandro Circati was straight on the phone to Graham Arnold to betroth his future to Australia. 11 Jun 2023
Accidental hero: How Sunderland netted rising star Triantis

Accidental hero: How Sunderland netted rising star Triantis

When Sunderland’s player recruitment chief Stuart Harvey boarded a plane for Australia in May new signing Nectar Triantis was just barely on his radar. 9 Jun 2023
Roma and out: Want-away Aussie gun hunts EPL move

Roma and out: Want-away Aussie gun hunts EPL move

Socceroos target Cristian Volpato is looking to exit AS Roma in search of first team football, with the English Premier League high on the teenage attacker’s list of preferred destinations. 7 Jun 2023
It's Tottenham Ozspur: Aussie duo behind Spurs swoop for Postecoglou

It's Tottenham Ozspur: Aussie duo behind Spurs swoop for Postecoglou

With Ange Postecoglou ready to pack his bags for north London - the case for rebranding Tottenham Hotspur as Tottenham Ozspur gains currency. 5 Jun 2023
EXCLUSIVE: Gun defender snubs Italy for Australia

EXCLUSIVE: Gun defender snubs Italy for Australia

Parma’s dual nationality defender Alessandro Circati has pledged his international future to Australia, and will be named in Graham Arnold’s squad for this month’s friendly against Argentina, pending his team’s Serie B promotion play-off fate. 3 Jun 2023
'Get gritty': Socceroos star Garang told to embrace football's ugly side

'Get gritty': Socceroos star Garang told to embrace football's ugly side

Garang Kuol must summon a less glamorous “nitty gritty” aspect to his game to ensure the next step in his football evolution is a successful one. 1 Jun 2023
'You're getting better with age': Arnie's message to Socceroos workhorse Duke

'You're getting better with age': Arnie's message to Socceroos workhorse Duke

It says much for the adaptability, dependability and durability of Socceroos striker Mitchell Duke that at 32 he remains Graham Arnold’s go-to man up front.  31 May 2023
The late show: Aussie flier finally making his mark in Scotland

The late show: Aussie flier finally making his mark in Scotland

It hasn’t gone quite to script for Aussie export Lewis Miller since his arrival at Hibernian - but the powerful wingback plans on leaving a lasting impression going into the final weekend of the Scottish Premiership season. 27 May 2023
Postecoglou 'perfect fit' for Tottenham, says ex-Spurs boss Redknapp

Postecoglou 'perfect fit' for Tottenham, says ex-Spurs boss Redknapp

Former Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has nominated Ange Postecoglou as the man most likely to reinvigorate the troubled north London giants. 26 May 2023
Aussie winger playing the long game with high-flying Seagulls

Aussie winger playing the long game with high-flying Seagulls

Such is the paucity of green and gold representation in England’s top division that in 2023 each fleeting step an Aussie takes on the Premier League stage attracts laser-like focus. 23 May 2023
Guinea bid to pip Australia for dual nationality Toure

Guinea bid to pip Australia for dual nationality Toure

Guinea are seeking to win the international allegiance of France-based Aussie export Mohamed Toure ahead of next year’s Africa Cup of Nations.  16 May 2023
Socceroos Abroad: Brighton’s Aussie starlet, jubilation and heartbreak in England, and Bernie Ibini’s in…Singapore?

Socceroos Abroad: Brighton’s Aussie starlet, jubilation and heartbreak in England, and Bernie Ibini’s in…Singapore?

In April, an Olyroos star took his game to another level, there was ecstasy and agony in England, and a forgotten A-League journeyman commenced a peculiar stint in Asia. Front Page Football's Christian Marchetti looks at the most significant talking points surrounding the Socceroos and Aussies Abroad in April for FTBL. 11 May 2023
All systems Mo: Aussie rookie's debut delight in France

All systems Mo: Aussie rookie's debut delight in France

Fresh from joining a small band of Aussies to have featured in France’s top flight, Adelaide United progeny Mohamed Toure wasn’t doing any cartwheels of delight. 9 May 2023
Three Aussie amigos lapping up the love in Norway

Three Aussie amigos lapping up the love in Norway

The giddy romance between a trio of Australian imports and their Norwegian club Viking FK is looking like a match made in heaven. 4 May 2023
Glover out, Young in at Melbourne City

Glover out, Young in at Melbourne City

Towering goalkeeper Tom Glover will join Aiden O’Neill and Jordan Bos in departing newly crowned Premiers Plate winners Melbourne City once the curtain lowers on another stellar season for the club. 3 May 2023
Socceroo's Euro move shatters A-League transfer record

Socceroo's Euro move shatters A-League transfer record

Highly-prized defender Jordan Bos’ impending move to Belgian Pro League outfit KVC Westerlo will break the transfer record for an Australian exiting the A-League. 28 Apr 2023
Jeggo joy: Vindicated Socceroo gets red card reprieve

Jeggo joy: Vindicated Socceroo gets red card reprieve

Socceroo James Jeggo believes justice has been served after Hibernian’s appeal against his contentious straight red card against St Johnstone was upheld. 27 Apr 2023