A-League Men transfers for 2025–26 season
This is a list of Australian soccer transfers for the 2025–26 A-League Men. Only moves featuring at least one A-League Men club are listed.
Clubs were able to sign players at any time, but many transfers only officially went through on 1 July because the majority of player contracts finished on 30 June.
Transfers
All players without a flag are Australian. Clubs without a flag are clubs participating in the A-League Men.
Pre-season
Western United hibernation process
On 6 September 2025, Western United were put into hibernation for the 2025–26 season and all the players were released by the club to allow them to seek alternative employment.[194]
Listed below are the players who were at the club at time of the hibernation announcement and the clubs they joined if signed in the current transfer window.
| Name | New club |
|---|---|
| Rhys Bozinovski | Perth Glory[195] |
| Luka Coveny | Unattached |
| Ben Garuccio | Sydney FC[196] |
| Matthew Grimaldi | Melbourne Victory[197] |
| Hiroshi Ibusuki | East Bengal[198] |
| Tomoki Imai | Machida Zelvia[199] |
| Khoder Kaddour | South Melbourne[200] |
| Besian Kutleshi | Melbourne City[201] |
| Jordan Lauton | Brisbane Roar[202] |
| Oliver Lavale | South Melbourne[203] |
| Dylan Leonard | Schalke 04[204] |
| Jake Najdovski | Adelaide United[189] |
| Alex Nassiep | Newcastle Jets[205] |
| Sebastian Pasquali | South Melbourne[206] |
| Tate Russell | Wollongong Wolves[207] |
| Charbel Shamoon | Perth Glory[208] |
| Matt Sutton | Perth Glory[209] |
| Angus Thurgate | Western Sydney Wanderers[210] |
| Luke Vickery | Macarthur FC[211] |
| Michael Vonja | Unattached |
| Abel Walatee | Sydney FC[212] |
| James York | Unattached |
Mid-season
Player was released to free agency before joining new club
References
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- ^ "Ouahim Moves Closer To His Son". Sydney FC. 14 June 2025.
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- ^ Sabah [@SabahFCofficial] (15 June 2025). "Welcome to the Land Below the Wind, Dane! Born and raised in Australia 🇦🇺 From Newcastle Jets and representing New Zealand National team. Give it up to our new defender and ready to give his all for Sabah!" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
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- ^ Wynnum Wolves [@WynnumWolvesFC] (25 June 2025). "Welcome, Jack Hingert We're delighted to announce the signing of Sri Lankan national team defender Jack Hingert, who joins us following an impressive career in the A-League, coming off the back of his 14th season with Brisbane Roar" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
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- ^ "We're excited to announce the signing of Riley Warland to Stirling Macedonia!". Facebook. 27 June 2025. Retrieved 27 June 2025.
- ^ "Jordan Elsey Bids Farewell to His Boyhood Club". Adelaide United. 22 May 2025. Archived from the original on 22 May 2025.
- ^ "Campbelltown City SC is delighted to announce the signing of centre back, Jordan Elsey, for the remainder of the NPL season! With extensive A-League experience, including the 24/25 season with Adelaide United, we are excited to see how Jordan contributes to our senior team. Welcome to Campbelltown, Jordan". Facebook. 27 June 2025. Retrieved 27 June 2025.
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- ^ "Adelaide City is excited to announce the new signing of Noah Smith for the remainder of the 2025 season 🦓 Noah is a dynamic defender known for his pace, creativity, and attacking drive from defence. With A-League experience at clubs including Adelaide United, Melbourne Victory and Central Coast Mariners, Noah brings a wealth of top-level football knowledge to City.We're excited to see Noah in black and white and wish him all the best!". Facebook. 27 June 2025. Retrieved 27 June 2025.
- ^ a b c "Monge, Menealou and Siciliano depart Melbourne Victory". Melbourne Victory. 3 June 2025.
- ^ APIA Leichhardt [@apialeichhardt] (28 June 2025). "He's Back. Mongie today returns to the Marronazzuri after two seasons with @gomvfc in the @aleaguemen" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
- ^ a b c d "Macarthur Bulls Confirm Departures of Four Players". Macarthur FC. 6 June 2025.
- ^ "New signing: Yianni Nicolaou We're excited to welcome Yianni Nicolaou to Sutherland Sharks for 2025. The 25-year-old full-back joins us from Macarthur FC, bringing with him A-League experience, two Australia Cup winner's medals and a proven track record at the top level. Yianni has represented Australia at youth level, spent time in England with Salford City and won the 2023 NPL NSW title with APIA Leichhardt. Back at Macarthur last season, he locked down a starting spot and played a key role in their second Cup triumph. Fast, fearless and comfortable on either flank, he offers serious quality in both defence and attack. Whether he's bursting forward or putting out fires at the back, Yianni's elite mentality and work-rate will be massive for our squad. Welcome to the Sharks, Yianni! 🫡🦈". Facebook. 28 June 2025. Retrieved 29 June 2025.
- ^ "Player statistics for Christian Siciliano". GameDay. 13 July 2025.
- ^ a b c d Morgan, Gareth (30 June 2025). "Four ALM players depart club". Perth Glory.
- ^ "Here is how we line up this afternoon at the Palace against Sydney FC". Marconi Stallions. 29 June 2025 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Ryan Tunnicliffe Moves On After Two Seasons in Red". Adelaide United. 22 May 2025. Archived from the original on 22 May 2025.
- ^ "Thank you and farewell, Josh Cavallo". Adelaide United. 22 May 2025. Archived from the original on 22 May 2025.
- ^ Swann, Alan (12 July 2025). "Peterborough Sports have signed a 'trailblazing' Australian midfielder with over one million instagram followers". Peterborough Telegraph.
- ^ "Gracias Moreno!". Auckland FC. 27 May 2025.
- ^ "Max Mata returns to Shrewsbury Town". Auckland FC. 10 June 2025.
- ^ "Alex Paulsen returns to AFC Bournemouth". Auckland FC. 13 June 2025.
- ^ "Luis Toomey Departs Auckland FC". Auckland FC. 9 July 2025.
- ^ "Rafael Struick departs Brisbane Roar". Brisbane Roar. 27 May 2025.
- ^ a b "Olyroo commits to the Roar on permanent deal for two seasons". Brisbane Roar. 24 June 2025.
- ^ a b c d "Brisbane Roar farewell departing players ahead of 2025/26 season". Brisbane Roar. 26 May 2025.
- ^ "Brisbane Roar attacker Asumah Abubakar departs club". Brisbane Roar. 25 June 2025.
- ^ "Brisbane Roar Midfielder Walid Shour departs club". Brisbane Roar. 30 June 2025.
- ^ "Thank You, Jake". Macarthur FC. 7 June 2025.
- ^ a b "Bulls Confirm Departures of Khaoui and Boli". Macarthur FC. 1 July 2025.
- ^ Tuchman, Yaniv (17 June 2025). "אחרי שסיים את דרכו באוסטרליה: יונתן כהן מכוון ליעד חדש ומסקרן" [After finishing his journey in Australia: Yonatan Cohen is aiming for a new and intriguing destination]. Maariv.
- ^ "Grand Final goalscorer departs Melbourne City". Melbourne City. 22 August 2025.
- ^ Niall J. (8 July 2025). "Marco Tilio is back training at Celtic but his future hangs in the balance". The Celtic Star.
- ^ "Dual Championship-winner returns to Europe". Melbourne City. 21 July 2025.
- ^ South Melbourne [@smfc] (30 June 2025). "South Melbourne FC is pleased to confirm the signing of midfielder Alex Menelaou from Melbourne Victory" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
- ^ "Bruno Fornaroli transitions to Melbourne Victory's Football Department". Melbourne Victory. 10 September 2025.
- ^ "Goal-scoring great Bruno Fornaroli transitions to off-field role at Melbourne Victory after ending playing career". news.com.au. 10 September 2025.
- ^ "After a long and very tough 18 months since I last played football, it's come a time where I can say due to a serious knee injury I've had to stop playing football.I will be forever grateful for the chance to live my dream of being a professional footballer. The memories through not only my time as a professional but also growing up playing football will forever be remembered. I can gladly say I've made lifelong friendships through football and at the end of the day that is what I will always cherish and be thankful for. Thank you to everyone close to me that has supported me through my whole football journey from a young age to now, especially through this last 18 months. Although it can be a cruel game at times, football will forever have a special place in my heart". Jacob Dowse. 20 May 2025 – via Instagram.
- ^ a b Morgan, Gareth (18 August 2025). "ALM trio depart club". Perth Glory.
- ^ a b c "Sydney FC Thanks Departing Players". Sydney FC. 16 May 2025.
- ^ a b c "Phoenix confirm departures of three men's players". Wellington Phoenix. 2 July 2025. Retrieved 2 July 2025.
- ^ "Wanderers confirm departure of Alex Badolato". Western Sydney Wanderers. 27 June 2025.
- ^ "𝐖𝐄𝐋𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐄 𝐉𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐋𝐊𝐎𝐕𝐒𝐊𝐈". Tai Po. 20 July 2025 – via Instagram.
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- ^ "Craig Goodwin Returns Home After Signing Three-year Deal with the Reds". Adelaide United. 28 May 2025. Archived from the original on 28 May 2025.
- ^ "Dutch Winger, Julian Kwaaitaal, returns from loan following season with FC Eindhoven". Adelaide United. 2 July 2025.
- ^ Hughes, Nick (29 June 2025). "Noah Botic departs Western United for Austrian top flight". Western United.
- ^ "'Invaluable' Championship winning defender signs long term deal with the Roar". Brisbane Roar. 19 June 2025.
- ^ Hughes, Nick (30 June 2025). "Michael Ruhs departs Western United for new opportunity". Western United.
- ^ "Roar secure services of electrifying Australian attacker". Brisbane Roar. 30 June 2025.
- ^ Camilleri, Valhmor (23 June 2025). "Floriana sign Tanzania international midfielder". Times of Malta.
- ^ Diamant, Jonatan Pinheiro (27 May 2025). "Officiellt: Antonsson klar för IFK Värnamo" [Official: Antonsson ready for IFK Värnamo]. Aftonbladet (in Swedish).
- ^ "Anthony Caceres Farewells Sydney FC After Six Years". Sydney FC. 23 June 2025.
- ^ "Anthony Caceres Signs with the Bulls". Macarthur FC. 24 June 2025.
- ^ a b "Duo departs following Championship win". Melbourne City. 12 June 2025.
- ^ "Welcome to the Bulls, Harry Politidis". Macarthur FC. 19 June 2025.
- ^ "Championship-winner departs after three seasons at City". Melbourne City. 13 June 2025.
- ^ "Bulls Sign A-League Champion Callum Talbot". Macarthur FC. 17 June 2025.
- ^ "Ryan Teague departs Victory for KV Mechelen". Melbourne Victory. 1 July 2025.
- ^ "Melbourne Victory signs Louis D'Arrigo". Melbourne Victory. 19 June 2025.
- ^ "Melbourne Victory signs Keegan Jelacic". Melbourne Victory. 20 June 2025.
- ^ "Wanderers confirm departure of Alex Badolato". Western Sydney Wanderers. 27 June 2025.
- ^ "Newcastle Jets sign Alex Badolato". Newcastle Jets. 27 June 2025.
- ^ "Newcastle Jets sign Max Burgess". Newcastle Jets. 30 June 2025.
- ^ "𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 #아나스모 선수가 전북현대와의 동행을 마무리합니다 아나스모 선수의 앞날에 행운이 가득하길 바랍니다" [Thank you #아나스모 player ends his partnership with Jeonbuk Hyundai Best of luck for the future player Anasmo] (in Korean). Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors. 10 June 2025 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Central Coast Mariners confirm departure of Brian Kaltak". Central Coast Mariners. 5 June 2025.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (6 June 2025). "Glory swoop for serial winner Kaltak". Perth Glory.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (13 July 2025). "Glory snap up young gun Sulemani". Perth Glory.
- ^ a b "Defenders to depart after Australia Cup playoff". Wellington Phoenix. 12 May 2025. Retrieved 12 May 2025.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (26 May 2025). "Glory snap up New Zealand international defender". Perth Glory.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (28 May 2025). "Midfielder Timmins returns for second spell with hometown club". Perth Glory.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (27 May 2025). "Experienced centre-back Wootton wings his way west". Perth Glory.
- ^ Monteverde, Marco (17 June 2025). "Adrian Segecic parts ways with Sydney FC to join English Championship club Portsmouth". news.com.au.
- ^ "Thank You, Kealey". Macarthur FC. 27 June 2025.
- ^ "QPR sign Australian midfielder Pearman". BBC. 19 June 2025.
- ^ "SAÎF-EDDINE KHAOUI SIGNE" [Saîf-Eddine Khaoui signs]. Red Star (in French). 28 June 2025.
- ^ "Sydney FC Sign Young Socceroos And Olyroos Star". Sydney FC. 30 May 2025.
- ^ "Barbarouses farewells the Phoenix". Wellington Phoenix. 27 May 2025.
- ^ "Barbarouses joins Wanderers for 2025/26 season". Western Sydney Wanderers. 18 June 2025.
- ^ "Steven Ugarkovic departs Melbourne City FC as a Champion". Melbourne City. 6 June 2025.
- ^ "A-Leagues Champion Ugarkovic returns to Western Sydney". Western Sydney Wanderers. 20 June 2025.
- ^ "Phil Čančar to depart the Jets". Newcastle Jets. 27 June 2025.
- ^ "Cancar returns to the Red & Black". Western Sydney Wanderers. 29 June 2025.
- ^ "Alou Kuol joins Wanderers for 2025/26 season". Western Sydney Wanderers. 2 July 2025.
- ^ "PSV neemt afscheid van meerdere spelers Jong PSV" [PSV bids farewell to several Jong PSV players]. PSV (in Dutch). 16 May 2025.
- ^ "Doka departs on loan to J2 League club Ventforet Kofu". Central Coast Mariners. 2 July 2025.
- ^ "Melbourne Victory signs Franco Lino". Melbourne Victory. 3 July 2025.
- ^ "Jimmy Jeggo announces retirement from professional football". Melbourne City. 3 July 2025.
- ^ "Thank You, Marin". Macarthur FC. 3 July 2025.
- ^ "Please welcome our new signing — Marin Jakoliš". instagram.com/noah.footballclub/ (in Armenian). FC Noah Instagram. 4 July 2025. Retrieved 4 July 2025.
- ^ "MID-SEASON SIGNINGS DOMINATE NPL MEN'S NSW COMPETITION". National Premier Leagues NSW. 4 July 2025.
- ^ "Long-serving Brisbane Roar goalkeeper Matt Acton departs the club". Brisbane Roar. 4 July 2025.
- ^ "Welcome to Lions FC, Matt Acton. Lions FC is pleased to announce the signing of A-Leagues shotstopper Matt Acton, who joins after two seasons with Brisbane Roar. Matt is an experienced goalkeeper who has proven his quality at the top level in Australia. He spent seven seasons with Melbourne Victory, and will bring leadership and dexterity to our strong Lion Men's side". Lions FC. 6 July 2025 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Experienced Australian custodian returns home to commit to the Roar". Brisbane Roar. 7 July 2025.
- ^ "Scott Morris Arrives At Auckland FC". Auckland FC. 7 July 2025.
- ^ Hughes, Nick (8 July 2025). "Jaiden Kucharski adds attacking x-factor to Western United". Western United.
- ^ "Newcastle Jets sign Joe Shaughnessy". Newcastle Jets. 9 July 2025.
- ^ "Mitch Langerak announces retirement from professional football". Melbourne Victory. 10 July 2025.
- ^ "Australian Youth International trades Celtic hoops for City blue". Melbourne City. 11 July 2025.
- ^ "Mewett signs scholarship deal". Western Sydney Wanderers. 13 July 2025.
- ^ "Nix land exciting Nigerian striker". Wellington Phoenix. 15 July 2025.
- ^ "Zach Clough Departs Adelaide United for Overseas Opportunity". Adelaide United. 16 July 2025.
- ^ "Selangor find their new playmaker in Clough after Orozco's exit". The Star. 16 July 2025.
- ^ "New Bull Alert: Šime Gržan Signs With the Bulls". Macarthur FC. 16 July 2025.
- ^ "Delianov Departs Adelaide United". Adelaide United. 12 July 2025.
- ^ "Newcastle Jets sign James Delianov". Newcastle Jets. 16 July 2025.
- ^ "Tommy Smith Bids Farewell to Auckland FC". Auckland FC. 17 July 2025.
- ^ Halls, Ross (5 August 2025). "Ipswich Town: Tommy Smith joins Braintree from Auckland". East Anglian Daily Times.
- ^ "Scott Galloway Departs Auckland FC". Auckland FC. 21 July 2025.
- ^ "Left-side attacker joins the Nix". Wellington Phoenix. 22 July 2025. Retrieved 22 July 2025.
- ^ "Sydney FC Sign Mark Viduka Medalist Al Hassan Toure". Sydney FC. 24 July 2025.
- ^ "Roar lure experienced target man as Valkanis continues to bolster squad". Brisbane Roar. 24 July 2025.
- ^ "Sydney FC lands Socceroos Young Gun Paul Okon-Engstler". Sydney FC. 25 July 2025.
- ^ "Brisbane Roar snatch up Olyroos forward Justin Vidić on two-year deal". Brisbane Roar. 28 July 2025.
- ^ "Stefan Mauk departs Adelaide United on loan for Asian opportunity". Adelaide United. 31 July 2025.
- ^ "WELCOME, MAUK STEFAN INGO". Cong An Hanoi. 4 August 2025 – via Instagram.
- ^ "South Korean International: Ji Dong-won Joins!". Macarthur FC. 5 August 2025.
- ^ "AFC Champions League winner joins City". Melbourne City. 5 August 2025.
- ^ "Auckland FC Signs Australian Winger Lachlan Brook From Real Salt Lake". Auckland FC. 7 August 2025.
- ^ "Newcastle Jets sign Joel Bertolissio". Newcastle Jets. 8 August 2025.
- ^ "Zinédine Machach departs Melbourne Victory". Melbourne Victory. 8 August 2025.
- ^ "Xoş gəldin, Vitor Feijao Yeni mövsüm üçün heyətini komplektləşdirməyə davam edən komandamız Vitor Feijaonu heyətinə cəlb edib. Braziliyalı cinah yarımmüdafiəçisi ilə 1 illik müqavilə imzalanıb. Feijaonun son klubu Avstraliyanın "Sentral Kost Mariners" klubu olub" [Welcome back, Vitor Feijao Our team, which continues to complete its staff for the new season, has involved Vitor Feijao in its staff. A 1-year contract was signed with the Brazilian midfielder. Feijao's last club was Australia's "Central Coast Mariners".] (in Azerbaijani). Kapaz. 8 August 2025 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Sebastian Esposito joins Melbourne Victory on loan". Melbourne Victory. 11 August 2025.
- ^ "Wanderers confirm signing of defender Tongyik". Western Sydney Wanderers. 11 August 2025.
- ^ "Young Socceroo Dimitri Valkanis joins Brisbane Roar from Greek giants AEK Athens FC on loan". Brisbane Roar. 12 August 2025.
- ^ "Jason Davidson returns to Melbourne Victory". Melbourne Victory. 13 August 2025.
- ^ "Nix sign renowned A-League speedster". Wellington Phoenix. 13 August 2025. Retrieved 13 August 2025.
- ^ "Roar seal services of former Napoli product with Greek first division experience". Brisbane Roar. 13 August 2025.
- ^ "Archie Goodwin Departs for MLS". Adelaide United. 13 August 2025.
- ^ "Charlotte FC Acquires Australian Striker Archie Goodwin From Adelaide United F.C." Charlotte FC. 13 August 2025.
- ^ "Sydney FC Legend Andrew Redmayne To Depart At Season's End". Sydney FC. 18 April 2025.
- ^ "Andrew is Back!". Central Coast Mariners. 15 August 2025.
- ^ "Adelaide United secures experienced Dutch goalkeeper Joshua Smits". Adelaide United. 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Sydney FC Sign Experienced International Defender Marcel Tisserand". Sydney FCdate=18 August 2025. 18 August 2025.
- ^ Plummer, Benjamin (18 August 2025). "Oli Sail joins Auckland FC in effort to reclaim All Whites No 1 spot". The New Zealand Herald. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Striker Sam Cosgrove Joins Auckland FC". Auckland FC. 19 August 2025.
- ^ "Damien Da Silva is a Bull!". Macarthur FC. 19 August 2025.
- ^ "Nix sign physically dominant defender". Wellington Phoenix. 21 August 2025. Retrieved 21 August 2025.
- ^ "Isuzu UTE A-league Men Squad Update". Western United. 19 August 2025.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (21 August 2025). "Glory swoop to sign in-demand Kucharski". Perth Glory.
- ^ "Club-Record Transfer Fee: Younis departs club for overseas opportunity with Brøndby IF". Western Sydney Wanderers. 22 August 2025.
- ^ "'Big talent & potential' - Motherwell buy Australian midfielder Priestman". BBC Sport. 26 August 2025.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (29 August 2025). "Striker Popovic completes Glory return from Catania". Perth Glory.
- ^ a b c "Victory to add five young talents to its 2025/26 campaign". Melbourne Victory. 30 August 2025.
- ^ "Scott Morris Announces Retirement". Auckland FC. 2 September 2025.
- ^ "Sena agrees mutual contract termination". Sydney FC. 2 September 2025.
- ^ "Sydney FC Sign Peruvian International attacker". Sydney FC. 3 September 2025.
- ^ "Matthew Scarcella klar for Hødd" [Matthew Scarcella ready for Hødd]. Hødd (in Norwegian). 3 September 2025.
- ^ "Reds Welcome Brazilian Midfield Maestro Anselmo de Moraes On Two-Year Deal". Adelaide United. 5 September 2025.
- ^ Ingham, Matthew (5 September 2025). "Mariners sign experienced defender James Donachie". Central Coast Mariners.
- ^ "Melbourne Victory sign Denis Genreau". Melbourne Victory. 8 September 2025.
- ^ "Melbourne Victory sign Jack Warshawsky". Melbourne Victory. 9 September 2025.
- ^ "Gurd Secures Contract Extension And Loan Move". Sydney FC. 12 September 2025.
- ^ "Bulls Welcome Rafael Duran Martinez". Macarthur FC. 12 September 2025.
- ^ "Kosovan international joins City ahead of Championship defence". Melbourne City. 12 September 2025.
- ^ "St. Louis CITY SC Loans Midfielder Jake Girdwood-Reich to A-League Side Auckland FC". St. Louis City. 12 September 2025.
- ^ Hayes, A (17 September 2025). "Jake Girdwood-Reich reunited with Steve Corica at Auckland FC". Auckland FC.
- ^ Pisani, Sacha (15 September 2025). "'Special' call that prompted 27yo NPL star to quit his full-time job & fulfil pro dream". A-Leagues. Retrieved 15 September 2025.
- ^ "Brisbane Roar confirm departure of young defender Pearson Kasawaya". Brisbane Roar. 15 September 2025.
- ^ "Adelaide United Secures Spanish Playmaker Juan Muñiz On Three-Year Deal". Adelaide United. 15 September 2025.
- ^ Warriner, David (15 September 2025). "Sydney FC Sign Former Real Madrid And La Liga Striker". Sydney FC.
- ^ "Nix finalise men's squad with second deadline day signing". Wellington Phoenix. 16 September 2025.
- ^ "Costa Rican International with World Cup experience lured to the Roar". Brisbane Roar. 16 September 2025.
- ^ "Wanderers confirm Mata departure". Western Sydney Wanderers. 15 September 2025.
- ^ Battison, Paul (16 September 2025). "Mata signs for Melbourne Victory". BBC Sport.
- ^ Sydney FC [@SydneyFC] (17 September 2025). "Academy Graduate Will Kennedy has joined the Central Coast Mariners after the mutual termination of his contract" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
- ^ Ingham, Matthew (17 September 2025). "Mariners sign versatile youngster Will Kennedy". Central Coast Mariners.
- ^ Warriner, David (17 September 2025). "Sydney FC Terminate Costa Contract By Mutual Consent". Sydney FC.
- ^ a b Ingham, Matthew (18 September 2025). "Mariners sign talented teenage twins Alexi and James Houridis". Central Coast Mariners.
- ^ "Roar welcome Charlton Athletic product for the upcoming Isuzu UTE A-League season". Brisbane Roar. 19 September 2025.
- ^ "Australian Youth International Joins Jets". Newcastle Jets. 19 September 2025.
- ^ a b "Adelaide United secure exciting young prospects Najdovski and Monga". Adelaide United. 23 September 2025.
- ^ Heidelberg United [@HUAlexanderFC] (29 September 2025). "We can confirm that Sabit Ngor has rejoined Central Coast Mariners as his loan here at Heidelberg United has ended" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (10 September 2025). "Glory sign Welsh international forward Lawrence". Perth Glory.
- ^ a b Morgan, Gareth (30 October 2025). "Glory sign two teenage talents on scholarship contracts". Perth Glory.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (5 November 2025). "League legend Williams signals end to playing role with Glory". Perth Glory.
- ^ Hytner, Mike (6 September 2025). "Western United to sit out 2025-26 A-League season with club put into 'hibernation'". The Guardian.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (19 September 2025). "Glory swoop to sign rising midfield star on two-year deal". Perth Glory.
- ^ "Two Time Championship Winner Signs For Sydney FC". Sydney FC. 21 September 2025.
- ^ "Melbourne Victory sign Matthew Grimaldi". Melbourne Victory. 13 September 2025.
- ^ Monteverde, Marco (18 September 2025). "Former Western United pair Hiroshi Ibusuki and Jordan Lauton find new homes". news.com.au.
- ^ "今井 智基選手 完全移籍加入のお知らせ" [Announcement of permanent transfer of Tomoki Imai]. Machida Zelvia (in Japanese). 11 September 2025.
- ^ South Melbourne [@smfc] (18 September 2025). "South Melbourne FC is delighted to announce the signing of Khoder Kaddour 🇱🇧, who joins the club from Western United following the most recent transfer window" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
- ^ "Academy talent returns to Melbourne City". Melbourne City. 15 September 2025.
- ^ Esposito, Joseph (18 September 2025). "Roar strengthen midfield stocks luring dynamic midfielder on two-year deal". Brisbane Roar.
- ^ South Melbourne [@smfc] (17 September 2025). "South Melbourne FC is delighted to announce the signing of young forward Oliver Lavale ahead of the upcoming Australian Championship" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
- ^ "FC Schalke 04 sign youngster Dylan Leonard". Schalke 04. 15 September 2025.
- ^ Wood, Reagan (29 September 2025). "Jets Sign Alex Nassiep to Scholarship Deal". Newcastle Jets.
- ^ South Melbourne [@smfc] (19 September 2025). "South Melbourne is excited to announce the signing of Sebastian Pasquali, who joins the club until the end of 2026, beginning with the Australian Championship in October" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
- ^ "PRESS RELEASE Wolves Sign Tate Russell for Upcoming Championship". Wollongong Wolves. 22 September 2025 – via Instagram.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (16 September 2025). "Glory snap up defender Shamoon for next two ALM seasons". Perth Glory.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (26 May 2025). "Glory snap up New Zealand international defender". Perth Glory.
- ^ "Wanderers sign Thurgate on three-year deal". Western Sydney Wanderers. 14 September 2025.
- ^ "Luke Vickery Joins the Herd". Macarthur FC. 26 September 2025.
- ^ Warriner, David (16 September 2025). "Sydney FC Win Race To Sign Exciting Young Forward". Sydney FC.
- ^ Logan, Tom (22 December 2025). "Aleksandar Šušnjar to depart the Club". Newcastle Jets.
- ^ "Aleksandar Shushnyar - "Lokomotiv" futbolchisi! 👉 Superliganing yangi mavsumiga jiddiy hozirlik qilayotgan "Lokomotiv" himoya chizig'ini bo'ydor himoyachi bilan kuchaytirdi. 🇦🇺 O'tgan mavsumda "Nyukasl Jets" sharafini himoya qilgan avstraliyalik futbolchi Aleksandar Shushnyar 2026-yilda "Lokomotiv" sharafini himoya qiladi.🔝 192 sm bo'yga ega 31 yoshli markaziy himoyachi Avstraliya A-ligasining davom etayotgan mavsumida 5 o'yinda, o'tgan mavsumda esa 23 bahsda qatnashib, 1 tadan gol va assist qayd etgan.🚂 Welcome to "Lokomotiv", Aleksandar Susnjar!" [Aleksandar Shushnyar - Lokomotiv player! 👉 Lokomotiv, which is seriously preparing for the new season of the Super League, has strengthened its defense with a tall defender. 🇦🇺 Australian player Aleksandar Shushnyar, who defended the honor of Newcastle Jets last season, will defend the honor of Lokomotiv in 2026.🔝 The 31-year-old central defender, who is 192 cm tall, has played in 5 matches in the ongoing season of the Australian A-League, and in 23 matches last season, scoring 1 goal and 1 assist.🚂 Welcome to Lokomotiv, Aleksandar Susnjar!] (in Uzbek). PFC Lokomotiv Tashkent. 14 January 2026 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Victory and Luka Kolic mutually part ways". Melbourne Victory. 31 December 2025.
- ^ "Knights Fans this one's for you, as Luka Kolić returns to Melbourne Knights! After a breakout season with the Knights in 2023, Kolić earned a move to Melbourne Victory, where he has spent the past two years. Now, he returns to where it all began. A technically gifted and versatile attacking midfielder with a keen eye for goal - and the occasional Rabona - we're thrilled to welcome Luka back home to Tompsett Stadium with open arms. Kolić's words on re-joining the Knights: "Proud to be back at Melbourne Croatia. Missed the feeling of walking out at Knights in front of the fans. This club means a lot to me and I'm ready to give everything on the pitch to get us back to where we belong." Welcome back, Luka!". Facebook. 1 January 2026. Retrieved 14 January 2026.
- ^ "#ミカエルドカ 選手 契約満了のお知らせ🔻コメント🔻.この度は、甲府の歴史の一員としてプレーする機会をいただき、本当にありがとうございました。多くの出場機会はありませんでしたが、日本でプレーし、この国を知ることができたことは、私のキャリアにとって非常に大きな経験となりました。 美しく、礼儀正しいこの国を、これからもずっと心に刻んでいきます。クラブが掲げる目標を達成し、近いうちにＪ１へ昇格されることを心から願っています。" [#MichaelDoka Contract Expiration Announcement🔻Comment🔻. Thank you very much for the opportunity to play and be a part of Kofu's history. Although I didn't get many opportunities to play, playing in Japan and getting to know this country was a huge experience for my career. I will always cherish this beautiful and respectful country in my heart. I sincerely hope that the club will achieve its goals and be promoted to J1 in the near future.] (in Japanese). Ventforet Kofu. 4 December 2025 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Lateral Mikael Doka assina pré-contrato com o Fantasma" [Full-back Mikael Doka signs pre-contract with Fantasma]. Operário Ferroviário. 15 December 2025.
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- ^ "Brisbane Roar Academy product Lucas Herrington to transfer to Colorado Rapids for club record fee". Brisbane Roar. 14 August 2025.
- ^ "Colorado Rapids sign Australia youth international defender Lucas Herrington". Colorado Rapids. 14 August 2025.
- ^ Csaszar, Jessica (4 January 2026). "Wanderers part ways with Al-Taay". Western Sydney Wanderers.
- ^ "تعاقد رسمي! الدولي محمد الطائي يبدأ رحلته مع صقور الغربية قادماً من نادي ويسترن سيدني الأسترالي" [Official signing! International player Mohamed Al-Taay begins his journey with Al-Saqour Al-Gharbia, joining from Australian club Western Sydney Wanderers.] (in Arabic). Al-Karma. 8 January 2026 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Ngo completes loan move to Cong An Ho Chi Minh City FC". Perth Glory. 4 January 2026.
- ^ "Central Coast Mariners have today confirmed the departure of attacker Abdul Faisal following the termination of his contract by mutual consent". Central Coast Mariners. 5 January 2026 – via Instagram.
- ^ "تعاقد رسمي الموهبةُ عبد الإله فيصل (20 عاماً) ثاني الصفقاتِ الشتويّة لصُقورِ الغربية قادماً من سنترال كوست مارينرز الأستراليّ. #نَحنُ_الكرمة" [The talented Abdul-Ilah Faisal (20 years old) has officially signed his second winter transfer for Al-Saqoura, joining from Central Coast Mariners of Australia.] (in Arabic). Al-Karma. 9 January 2026 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Wanderers farewell homegrown star Alex Bonetig following club record transfer fee". Western Sydney Wanderers. 8 January 2026.
- ^ Csaszar, Jessica (12 January 2026). "Wanderers confirm Cleur's departure to pursue further study". Western Sydney Wanderers.
- ^ "Mitchell Duke Returns to South West Sydney". Macarthur FC. 27 December 2025.
- ^ "Adelaide United Secure Exciting Forward Ajak Riak". Adelaide United. 2 January 2026.
- ^ "Brisbane Roar confirm the departure of defender Marcus Ferkranus". Brisbane Roar. 14 January 2026.
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- ^ "Young guns ... Marcus Ferkranus arrives at Avondale FC from Brisbane Roar, having previously represented the USA at the FIFA Under-20 World Cup". Merri-Bek and Moonee Valley Leader Official Facebook. Merri-Bek and Moonee Valley Leader. Retrieved 20 February 2026.
- ^ Edsall, Rudi (9 January 2026). "Central Coast Mariners sign winger Ali Auglah". A-Leagues.
- ^ "Welcome to the Coast, Oliver Lavale! The Central Coast Mariners are thrilled to welcome Oliver Lavale to our Isuzu UTE A-League Men's squad. A young and exciting forward, Oliver arrives full of passion, resilience and hunger to make his mark on the Coast. Head Coach Warren Moon shared his excitement: 🗣️ 'Lavale is an attacking player whose speed and directness in the final third will be something our fans will be excited to see.' An exciting addition to the squad and a huge asset to the Mariners family - we can't wait to see him in action. Welcome Oliver!". Central Coast Mariners. 11 January 2026 – via Instagram.
- ^ "Socceroo midfielder joins City on loan". Melbourne City. 14 January 2026.
- ^ "Melbourne Victory sign Japanese attacker Charles Nduka". Melbourne Victory. 9 January 2026.
- ^ Logan, Tom (14 January 2026). "Newcastle Jets sign English midfielder Zach Clough". Newcastle Jets.
- ^ "Experienced All Whites defender joins the Nix". Wellington Phoenix. 8 January 2026.
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- ^ Matthews, N (16 January 2026). "Central Coast Mariners sign Chris Donnell". Central Coast Mariners.
- ^ "Wanderers sign experienced striker Hiroshi Ibusuki". Western Sydney Wanderers. 16 January 2026.
- ^ "Brisbane Roar bolster attacking stocks with signing of experienced Socceroo". Brisbane Roar. 17 January 2025.
- ^ "Kiitos lähteneille pelaajille - kauden 2026 suuntaviivat tarkentuvat!" [Thank you to the players who left - the guidelines for the 2026 season are being finalized!]. KTP. 19 January 2026.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (6 January 2026). "Forward Blair departs club by mutual consent". Perth Glory.
- ^ Matthews, N (21 January 2026). "Central Coast Mariners sign Nathanael Blair". Central Coast Mariners.
- ^ "Socceroo returns home to pull on City blue". Melbourne City. 21 January 2026.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (21 January 2026). "Livewire forward Colakovski returns for second stint with Glory". Perth Glory.
- ^ "Sydney United 58 FC can confirm the signing of goalkeeper, Adam Pavlesic Pavlesic joins us from @aleagues side, @comariners, having played for United as a youth player before joining @sydneyfootballclub in the A-League Welcome back home, Adam". Sydney United 58. 22 January 2026 – via Instagram.
- ^ Csaszar, Jessica (23 January 2026). "Wanderers secure the signature of Scottish Winger Ryan Fraser". Western Sydney Wanderers.
- ^ "Another attacking option arrives in City blue". Melbourne City. 23 January 2026.
- ^ "A familiar face returns to City". Melbourne City. 23 January 2026.
- ^ @CCMariners (27 January 2026). "The Mariners can confirm that Ryan Edmondson will depart the club. We thank Ryan for his contribution to the club and wish him and his family all the very best in the next chapter. Once a Mariner, always a Mariner" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
- ^ O'Flaherty, Deniese (27 January 2026). "St Patrick's Athletic boost attack with arrival of former Leeds striker Ryan Edmondson". Extratime.
- ^ Kovacic, Jack (28 January 2026). "Melbourne City FC agrees transfer of Kai Trewin to New York City FC". Melbourne City FC. Retrieved 28 January 2026.
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- ^ "Julian Kwaaitaal Departs Adelaide United by Mutual Consent". Adelaide United. 28 January 2026.
- ^ "Michael Pratezina is a Bull". Macarthur FC. 29 January 2026.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (29 January 2026). "Midfielder Bugarija completes loan move to Marconi". Perth Glory.
- ^ "Central Coast Mariners sign Kaito Taniguchi". Central Coast Mariners. 30 January 2026.
- ^ Eagles, J (30 January 2026). "Central Coast Mariners sign Seth Clark". Central Coast Mariners.
- ^ Melbourne City [@MelbourneCity] (2 February 2026). "Dakota Ochsenham's time at City has come to an end following the conclusion of his injury replacement contract. Thanks for your contributions in Melbourne and all the best with what's next, Daks!" (Tweet) – via X (formerly Twitter).
- ^ "Heracles Almelo legt Rhys Bozinovski vast" [Heracles Almelo sign Rhys Bozinovski]. Heracles Almelo (in Dutch). 3 February 2026.
- ^ Hayes, Amanda (6 February 2026). "Auckland FC Call on Jimmy Hilton to Solve Goalkeeping Gaps". Auckland FC.
- ^ "Welcome home Sarpreet!". Wellington Phoenix. 6 February 2026.
- ^ "Wanderers secure loan signing of Jacob Farrell from Portsmouth FC". Western Sydney Wanderers. 7 February 2026.
- ^ Morgan, Gareth (10 February 2026). "Midfielder Tevere added to Glory ALM squad". Perth Glory.
- ^ Warriner, David (10 February 2026). "Sydney FC Land Socceroos Striker". Sydney FC.
- ^ "Roar boost backline with Norwegian defender Marius Lode". Brisbane Roar. 10 February 2026.
- ^ Warriner, David (11 February 2026). "Sydney FC Sign Prolific Turkish Attacker". Sydney FC.
- ^ Eagles, J (11 February 2026). "Nicholas Duarte finalises loan agreement with Heidelberg United". Central Coast Mariners.
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