2024/2025 Newcastle Jets mens squad

[The Postman]

Expiring 24/25
01 Ryan Scott
06 Matthew Scarcella (Loan from SYD)
11 Jacob Dowse
13 Clayton Taylor
14 Dane Ingham
19 Callum Timmins
23 Daniel Wilmering

Expiring 25/26
04 Phillip Cancar
09 Lachlan Rose
15 Aleks Susnjar
17 Kosta Grozos
21 Noah James
27 Nathan Grimaldi
33 Mark Natta
37 Lachlan Bayliss
39 Thomas Aquilina
25 Oscar Fryer

Expiring 26/27
07 Eli Adams

Scholarships
24 Alex Nunes - 25/26
29 Justin Vidic - 24/25
44 Ben van Dorssen - 25/26
66 Zac Bowling - 24/25

[My2BobsWorth]

Time for an update of the squad thread, can mods please can last years thread

[My2BobsWorth]

Maybe it's time to update the mods, are they on here or not? This is an open forum and rival teams supporters visit. Of course they say they don't drop by much:roflz:

[Mark325]

How did people feel on Natta's little stint as a LB during the game? I felt he slotted in nicely when he got there and seemed more comfortable than when he plays at CB. But; it was the final 15 of the game, and it would be a shame to see Wilmering moved to the bench considering he is playing quite well. Positive of Wilmering on the bench though is he can be brought on as a winger or a left back so you're covering the entire left side with him coming onto the pitch.

Adding to this, I felt Susjnar looked good, and I feel that would improve next to Cancar, who is more commanding than Grimaldi which would give us a lot of mongrel across both our CB's that Natta doesn't offer. Would love to hear everyone's thoughts.

[My2BobsWorth]

Don't know what's going on with Natta, I get worried every time he touches the ball these days. He did pull off a couple of nice passes though

[StannyCFCJET]

Don't know what's going on with Natta, I get worried every time he touches the ball these days. He did pull off a couple of nice passes though

That was my thought last season, He shoudlve been dropped very early on but Stanton persisted and it cost us a fair bit because he we wouldnt track runs and other players were sneaking in behind him often.

[380]

I thought Natta was holding his own right up until there was talk about him getting a move and then his form dropped away.

[Alton]

Any ideas on the OS player we are close to signing

[Buddha]

A Brazilian from Lichtenstein or sthg if Twitter is to believed

[Bon]

A Brazilian from Lichtenstein or sthg if Twitter is to believed

Yeah, have been talking with Frodo about it today..

Rumour from X/Twitter was that its 26 year old Brazilian forward Willissol who was playing for Brusque in Brazilian second league..
No idea if there is anything to it.
Didn't the paper say something about an Italian the other day?

[Alton]

Yeah, have been talking with Frodo about it today..

Rumour from X/Twitter was that its 26 year old Brazilian forward Willissol who was playing for Brusque in Brazilian second league..
No idea if there is anything to it.
Didn't the paper say something about an Italian the other day?

Cheers Bon

[Mark325]

We’re close to signing Wellissol and APIA striker Ben Gibson. Once we’ve signed both of them that’s it for us, this’ll be our squad for the season

[A.J.]

Gotta be spoon favourites this year surely

[Alton]

Gotta be spoon favourites this year surely

So Gibson better than the Edgy striker banging them in for fun?

[Buddha]

So Gibson better than the Edgy striker banging them in for fun?

Stanton looking after his Sydney mates.

[Dezy1]

I'm trying to find things not to like about Stanton but I'm not seeing many. Is it not a good thing that a former Sydney FC youth player wants to be coached by Stanton?

[Alton]

I'm trying to find things not to like about Stanton but I'm not seeing many. Is it not a good thing that a former Sydney FC youth player wants to be coached by Stanton?
Is Dowse fit yet ?

[ForeverRed]

We’re close to signing Wellissol and APIA striker Ben Gibson. Once we’ve signed both of them that’s it for us, this’ll be our squad for the season
Wow another Sydney player, doesn?t Stanton watch local league

[anfield]

Wow another Sydney player, doesn?t Stanton watch local league

You answer is probably Yes and that's the reason a local hasn't been signed.

Look at the Australian Cup performances by some of the other state NPL teams. In the round of 32 , Victorian NPL teams beat A League opposition in all 3 matches between them. I can't see that happening between NNSW NPL teams and A League opposition.

I mentioned Gibson back in June on this forum and that he was worth a shot. Very quick, but could have easily scored more for APIA. I Have seen him be a little wasteful at times but hopefully will convert more as he gets more experienced.

Kiwi player at Edgeworth was mentioned before, his numbers have been incredible this season. I can't remember in recent seasons a striker with such a good goals to games ratio. If they were going to take a player from the local NPL it would have to be him.

[ForeverRed]

It?s all gone a bit quiet on signings, a few clubs have started to roll out some big guns, I?m not overly confident with our squad looking at others, could be a long season

[Dezy1]

It?s all gone a bit quiet on signings, a few clubs have started to roll out some big guns, I?m not overly confident with our squad looking at others, could be a long season

I think the season is going to be like all the previous seasons recently where we finish outside the top 6.

The only difference is we have an ownership group who want to make the team a success long term. That's enough to get me excited for this season. I'm just hoping for some good game day fun and home wins, and maybe the creation of a few fan favourites. I think Lockie Rose could be one.

[Alton]

It?s all gone a bit quiet on signings, a few clubs have started to roll out some big guns, I?m not overly confident with our squad looking at others, could be a long season

What about Wellisol, is it happening Shane?

[Jeterpool]

I think the season is going to be like all the previous seasons recently where we finish outside the top 6.

My view on things is that until recently most other teams had regressed back towards us more-so than us gaining ground on them. All eyes will be on Douglas Costa and Juan Mata for sure but the amount they've played (or lack thereof) will put a lot of pressure on Sydney.

I think we will still be making up the numbers but realistically we should be aiming for automatic Australia Cup qualification...so 8th or above.

Regardless it's a big season for lots of players coming off contract and especially the coach. I suspect the new owners are getting the house in order this season, assessing where things are at before making bigger moves next season.

[Buddha]

I hope Stanton has learned some Game Management in the offseason.

[StannyCFCJET]

I hope Stanton has learned some Game Management in the offseason.

That's my big concern as well.

[380]

That's my big concern as well.

Without a seasoned 9 n 10 i have concerns. No doubt we have young players with huge potential in these positions but without a dominant midfielder in particular to control " our " game when we have our foot on the ball i see more of the same.

All IMO

[380]

My understanding is the hit out v FC was 3-2 to the smurfs

Rose n the new guy from Apia got on the scoresheet.

[My2BobsWorth]

Bloody hell, if we cant beat the smurfs, we are fookt

[My2BobsWorth]

....and, the Jets are the only Australian club not to have a player in the young Socceroos for the U20 Asia Cup qualifiers. Not a good look

[ForeverRed]

....and, the Jets are the only Australian club not to have a player in the young Socceroos for the U20 Asia Cup qualifiers. Not a good look
Yet our youth team went undefeated this year, maybe the sectors aren?t looking hard enough
What more do they need to do.

[My2BobsWorth]

Don't know FR, but maybe playing A League or fringe, don't know enough about the youth guys. Anyway here's the list, should our guys be on it?
https://aleagues.com.au/news/young-socceroos-squad-u20-asian-cup-qualifiers-waddingham-yull-jovanovic-di-pizio-aleague-men/

[anfield]

Yet our youth team went undefeated this year, maybe the sectors aren?t looking hard enough
What more do they need to do.

It's been mentioned a few times that the youth team are in nsw npl third tier.

For mine it's pretty simple, perform in second tier next year and recognition will come. Every other Youth team are currently in first or second tier NPL competitions. So no surprises to me given the above.

[Retro Jet]

Brazilian Wellissol signs.

From the Members email at 7 this morning:


The Newcastle Jets are pleased to announce the signing of Brazilian forward Wellissol for the 2024/25 A-League season.
Wellissol joins the Newcastle Jets from Brazilian side Brusque FC. The attacker also has experience playing in Switzerland with Eschen/Mauren.
The Brazilian is eager to hit the ground running in Newcastle.

"I'm very happy to be here in Newcastle. I want to show our fans what I can do as a player and excite them. I have come here to help the team win and I can't wait to play in front of the fans for the first time which will be in round one."

Newcastle Jets Head Coach Rob Stanton said.

"I'm very happy to bring Wellissol here to Newcastle. He's going to provide a different point of view in attack.
He's very good at taking players on with his dribbling. I'm very excited to see what he can do in this team."

Wellissol will wear the number 10 shirt.

[Jetmaster]

Wellisol......sounds like something you would rub on the paintwork of your car.

[My2BobsWorth]

Wellisol......sounds like something you would rub on the paintwork of your car.

He's Brazilian not Polish:tongue:

[Frodo]

He's Brazilian not Polish:tongue:

Well played Bob.

[Jetmaster]

Very fine.....

[Jeterpool]

:lulz::roflz:

[plague]

He's Brazilian not Polish:tongue:

That's some fine work there Mr Bob's.

Bravo.


cheers,
plague

[Mark325]

Haven't seen it confirmed but rumour that Dowse has been forced into a medical retirement.

[furns]

Yep, have seen the same

[Alton]

Where is Rose?

[Jeterpool]

Where is Rose?

Still injured. I heard he'd likely be back for United Round.

[plague]

Just sign Arzani ffs.

Bloke wallowing on the bench at victory.

Best talent in Oz.

Put him in and sign Lustica for veteran presence.


Instant success.

[Alton]

Just sign Arzani ffs.

Bloke wallowing on the bench at victory.

Best talent in Oz.

Put him in and sign Lustica for veteran presence.


Instant success.
And Formaroli

[Jetmaster]

Just sign Arzani ffs.

No, most overated young player this century, with a profile "created" by Fox Sports.

From memory, the stats of DJ Champness in the breakout 2017 season exceeded those of the new Heart poster boy, but Arzani got the plaudits the eternal love of Brenton Speed and Andy Harper, and a Socceroo spot.

Has an attitude problem evidenced in his constant club movement. More often than not has a few seconds of Maradona magic which ends with him falling over or hitting Row Z.

The media adore him. You disappoint me plague, you of all people falling for MSM narrative!

Luckily PK sees through it all.

[plague]

You disappoint me plague, you of all people falling for MSM narrative!

I mean.........

[My2BobsWorth]

Can we have Arzani and Bruno and play in white? Success

[plague]

I don't want Bruno sorry but the bloke seems past it.

My current summer signing wishlist:
Arzarni.
Lustica.
Champness (he's got a point to prove I reakon).

[My2BobsWorth]

The a key is not even close to the c key:woo:

[plague]

The a key is not even close to the c key:woo:

Haha, take a hike nerd.

[My2BobsWorth]

Haha, take a hike nerd.

Good spelling is not a sin

[Skimmer]

Haha, take a hike nerd.

rat with the gold tooth tries a defense lol

[plague]

rat with the gold tooth tries a defense lol

or (and bear with me here big fella), I was having a light giggle with my man 2bobs, and you don't need to get involved.


But you did, because....well.....I'm not sure. But as long as you're keeping score chalk up another win for yourself. A mighty effort.


Anyway, shouldn't you be back over on the other thread arguing with Temu GVE? It's making you look very clever and smart.

[Frodo]

I don't want Bruno sorry but the bloke seems past it.

My current summer signing wishlist:
Arzarni.
Lustica.
Champness (he's got a point to prove I reakon).

A team playing with 10 men is better than a team with Arzani in the squad. Bloke is nothing but a cancer who genuinely believes he was good enough to ever pull on a Socceroos jersey. That World Cup squad was shameful, Cahill getting game time whilst retired because the sponsors demanded it, Arzani getting the same treatment because the coach was signed on the proviso he would get as much game time as possible to increase his image.

We don't need anymore wingers anyways, we need to use whatever funds we have left on a striker and a Centre Mid who can transition the ball quickly...... oh and a new coach.

Can't wait to see Lustica in Gold and whichever 35+ yr old Striker we can find who's already without a team. That way by the time they are match fit we will have about 3 games left to avoid the spoon and they can nab a single goal before they leave.

[Mark325]

Do we have any squad spots open for the January transfer window? Assuming Dowse has gone into medical retirement I assume that means we have at least one.

[StannyCFCJET]

Do we have any squad spots open for the January transfer window? Assuming Dowse has gone into medical retirement I assume that means we have at least one.

No point doing anything with the squad until Stanton is gone which Imagine will be just after january. New players will just come into his tactics and systems and start to regress.

[380]

We got too many plodders who would be lucky to standout in Zone League 2

[StannyCFCJET]

Trying to get my head around the Bayliss off for Wilmering then only to bring on Taylor 10 mins later.

Apparently Taylor had a knock during the week according to the herald so ive heard

[Mark325]

No point doing anything with the squad until Stanton is gone which Imagine will be just after january. New players will just come into his tactics and systems and start to regress.

I both agree and disagree with what you're saying.

Stanton is undoubtedly a major problem for us, but any coach is going to struggle to get 90 consistent minutes out of a team with this little experience. We need experience and we need it fast, such as a some solid hand in the midfield to partner with Grozos (be a struggle to find worse then what we have) and someone in our front line which would do our younger players a world of good

[StannyCFCJET]

I both agree and disagree with what you're saying.

Stanton is undoubtedly a major problem for us, but any gcoach is going to struggle to get 90 great minutes out of a team with this little experience. To say there's no point is just unecessarily defeatist when it's obviously useful, irregardless of coach to add some experienced players into this team, especially in our midfield next to Grozos and anywhere in our front line.

As I said until he is gone no point and what player with any respect is gonna watch his coaching and wanna play for him??. We have talent but no one guiding or devleoping them

[380]

I both agree and disagree with what you're saying.

Stanton is undoubtedly a major problem for us, but any coach is going to struggle to get 90 consistent minutes out of a team with this little experience. We need experience and we need it fast, a some solid hand in the midfield to partner with Grozos (be a struggle to find worse then what we have) and someone in our front line would do our younger players a world of good

I would hope in the future the only people next to Grozos are those in the stands

[ForeverRed]

Bring in Mcbreen & Donavan to catch the young strikers, couldn?t get any worse

[Mark325]

Dane Ingham is gonna be out for a minimum of 12 weeks. I assume we’ll move Aquilina permanently to RB and bring on someone else in that RM/RW role that we’ve been deploying him in

[Jeterpool]

Dane Ingham is gonna be out for a minimum of 12 weeks. I assume we’ll move Aquilina permanently to RB and bring on someone else in that RM/RW role that we’ve been deploying him in

I reckon the rotation between Taylor and Bayliss will stop and both will be brought into the team with Aquilina moving back (which I agree with you is the likeliest replacement)

[380]

Agree with that however Aquilina has been playing like he has had a leg removed in the off season. When we talk about players who have regressed this season he is leading the pack by a country mile.

[Jeterpool]

Agree with that however Aquilina has been playing like he has had a leg removed in the off season. When we talk about players who have regressed this season he is leading the pack by a country mile.

Agree when he's on the left. All his 3 goals this year have come when he's been on the right. While he won't be the attacking winger, hopefully he's more at home back on the right.

His moving to accommodate Adams really broke up the Taylor-Aquilina wing combination that was working late last year.

[My2BobsWorth]

1 goal JP

[My2BobsWorth]

Dane Ingham is gonna be out for a minimum of 12 weeks. I assume we’ll move Aquilina permanently to RB and bring on someone else in that RM/RW role that we’ve been deploying him in

The way things are going we will move Scott to right back and Wellissol in goals

[Jeterpool]

Lachlan Rose also being reported as unlikely to play this weekend.

[Mark325]

Article in the Herald today about Stanton hoping to bring in some new recruits in the January transfer window. If we do bring in players, where do people think we need improvements?

[380]

Article in the Herald today about Stanton hoping to bring in some new recruits in the January transfer window. If we do bring in players, where do people think we need improvements?

Start with Stanton himself and then a real number 10 provider type. I'm ok with Adams and the Gypo Simon lookalike and Vidic for goals but those blokes can't be expected to create and convert there own opportunities. Not a team in this league goes better than average without a proper 10.

[anfield]

Harry Van Der Saag released on compassionate terms by Brisbane Roar yesterday in order to move back to NSW to be closer to family.

Not saying we need another right back with Ingham and Aquilina but Van Der Saag did come through the Sydney youth team and into the first team under Stanton. So there well could be interest especially with Ingham out.

Personally, I think Van Der Saag is very underated and a better right back then Ingham or Aquilina. Van Der Saag can also play higher up the park.

[Jeterpool]

I read he's taking a break from football, in the A-League's article

[anfield]

I read he's taking a break from football, in the A-League's article

Your 100% correct. I originally only seen the brief presser from Brisbane.

[Alton]

Couldn?t think where to put this, a team of ex Jets players still in A League, fill in the blanks

Duncan
Neville - ???? - Jurman - Kitto
Ugarkovic - Thurgate
Piscopo
Nabbout - Taggart - ????

[Jetmaster]

Elsey at Adelaide but injured.

Goodwin.

[StannyCFCJET]

Couldn?t think where to put this, a team of ex Jets players still in A League, fill in the blanks

Duncan
Neville - ???? - Jurman - Kitto
Ugarkovic - Thurgate
Piscopo
Nabbout - Taggart - ????

Vujica

[Jetmaster]

Najjarine, Burgess

[Mark325]

Harry Van Der Saag released on compassionate terms by Brisbane Roar yesterday in order to move back to NSW to be closer to family.

Not saying we need another right back with Ingham and Aquilina but Van Der Saag did come through the Sydney youth team and into the first team under Stanton. So there well could be interest especially with Ingham out.

Personally, I think Van Der Saag is very underated and a better right back then Ingham or Aquilina. Van Der Saag can also play higher up the park.

I wouldn’t be mad about signing another RB, whether it’s him or someone else. Ingham got injured and instead of moving Aquilina back there we put Cancar in that spot. For me, we view him as being more a RM or RW, so for me we really only have Ingham on the books as a real RB.

[mge61]

Najjarine, Burgess

Muragis

[ForeverRed]

Harry Van Der Saag released on compassionate terms by Brisbane Roar yesterday in order to move back to NSW to be closer to family.

Not saying we need another right back with Ingham and Aquilina but Van Der Saag did come through the Sydney youth team and into the first team under Stanton. So there well could be interest especially with Ingham out.

Personally, I think Van Der Saag is very underated and a better right back then Ingham or Aquilina. Van Der Saag can also play higher up the park.
He wasn?t rated by the roar faithful going off their comments

[anfield]

He wasn?t rated by the roar faithful going off their comments

I think alot of supporters bag more players then not, it's pretty common practice. It doesn't mean it's necessary true, All the times I have seen him play he looked quality. In saying that I don't watch many Roar games.

[Mark325]

Saw a rumour we might be signing Max Burgess from Sydney and Lachie Wales in this January window. No idea of the validity of these rumours, but have seen them floated around

[Frodo]

Saw a rumour we might be signing Max Burgess from Sydney and Lachie Wales in this January window. No idea of the validity of these rumours, but have seen them floated around

I know Perth fans think they are getting Wales, so he's definitely being shopped around at least.

Neither are exciting signings, but considering the dearth of options we have we should probably be happy with anything.

[Alton]

When is the window?

[plague]

I like Burgess but haven't seen all that much of him lately.

Wales is a hard no. Gypo scum.

[380]

I like Burgess but haven't seen all that much of him lately.

Wales is a hard no. Gypo scum.

Agree, Burgess would be a handy addition but dead set Wales would have to be one of the most overrated blokes to have ever run around in the League IMO.

[Mark325]

https://www.sponichi.co.jp/soccer/news/2025/01/10/kiji/20250110s00002179103000c.html

Looks like we're signing Kota Mizunuma and based on what I can find and some video clips he's gonna be head and shoulders better then anything we have. Is 34 and still reliably on the bench for Yokohoma

[Alton]

https://www.sponichi.co.jp/soccer/news/2025/01/10/kiji/20250110s00002179103000c.html

Looks like we're signing Kota Mizunuma and based on what I can find and some video clips he's gonna be head and shoulders better than anything we have. Is 34 and still reliably on the bench for Yokohoma

Great signing

[Mark325]

Don't know if its been mentioned but apparently Susjnar is out for three months, which just about puts us at the end of the season by the time he becomes fully match fit again. Feel it could be worth finding an injury replacement who can add some experience to our backline over the rest of the season

[My2BobsWorth]

When is the window?

Friday 16th Jan till Wednesday 12th Feb

[Jeterpool]

Friday 16th Jan till Wednesday 12th Feb

Thanks 2BW. Been trying to find that information

[My2BobsWorth]

Thanks 2BW. Been trying to find that information

In saying that JP, just noticed, in typical ALeagues style, Thursday is the 16th. So lets go with Thursday not Friday
https://aleagues.com.au/news/when-does-the-a-league-transfer-window-open-close-january-details-latest-dates/

[Jetmaster]

Wales was in Perth last night so looks like he has gone there.

Dj Champness off to Iran.

Rumour this guy is considering coming to the Jets....

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elkeson

[anfield]

Not sure if we should be chasing players in their mid 30s. It goes against everything that the club have established under Rob Stanton. The next few matches are critical in the season, so any transfer business really needs to happy early in the window.

Big problem I see with older players is time. It may take any player weeks or months to adjust. By then season could be over and your left with a decision on whither you keep the player or not knowing next year's competition doesn't start until October. For an older player that can make a huge difference.

I would be looking at a player 26-30, looking at transfermarkt someone like Arturo Molina could be worth a look. Late 20's , Spanish and can play any attacking position behind the striker. Has good experience in the Spanish 2nd and 3rd divisions. Only recently became a free agent after not playing the last few games.

Brandon Barker, 28 is one I would also look at. English Free Agent who can play in a few attacking roles. Came through the Manchester City academy and was seen as the next big thing. Played for Rangers, Hibernian and Preston North End before finding his way to Cyprus playing against Manchester United in the Europa League a couple of years back. Had a poor year at Moorcambe in League 2 last year, but given his pedigree could be worth some investigation.

If you are looking at good NPL talent currently training Franco Maya at Marconi is an Uruguayan that can finish. Left footed who likes to cut in from the right and shoot. Plays RM as Marconi play 442, but could play in a few different positions.

As for the A League , Michael Ruhs at western united is struggling for game time. Can play anywhere across the front, extremely quick.

If your looking for something different, Harry Sawyer at Macarthur is a striker who posses different challenges for defenders. Around 1.95cm tall Sawyer could be useful especially when the Jets are chasing the game when you need a presence in the box. Former Newcastle Jet

[Jetmaster]

Now you know that is not how we do business...anyone South American of any age is one of our niches. We think what they were is what we'll get.

If you ever get to see the video of the press conference, Remo's sheer pride in announcing the exploits of one Mario Jardel is hilarious in light of subsequent events!

[My2BobsWorth]

Old Brazilian born Chinaman, should fit in

[Guerny]

If the chinese got to rename him, I reserve the right to call him by his new aussie name "elko" or "ekky"...

[The Dunster]

https://premiumsoccertips.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/fattest-soccer-player.jpg

Either of these would be a worthwhile replacement for Wellissol.

[Mark325]

On top of the Kota news, have seen it floated on Twitter that we signed Christian formerly from Macarthur Bulls for a year and a half.

[plague]

Im so happy for Archie Goodwin.

[Jetmaster]

Im so happy for Archie Goodwin.

He failed his marking job at the end though.

[anfield]

Im so happy for Archie Goodwin.

I can see him in the Socceroos squad soon. Wouldn't have said that 12 months ago.

[Jetmaster]

I can see him in the Socceroos squad soon. Wouldn't have said that 12 months ago.

Poppa was there last night so maybe - Gus could also be a chance.

[plague]

I can see him in the Socceroos squad soon. Wouldn't have said that 12 months ago.

Yeah I wonder what changed?

At minimum if the new coach is any sort of serious we have seen the last of Bruno. Giving Goodwin that role is what he deserves as a minimum. Throwing him into the stupid Duke type role won't help and only dent his confidence.

One day we'll pick some decent midfielders who can bring the ball up field and help create chances for Goodwin. Until then let's just do big kicks and crosses and hope for the best.

[My2BobsWorth]

https://aleagues.com.au/news/a-league-transfer-news-newcastle-jets-sign-charles-mmombwa-details/
Dunno about this one, will he be better than what we have, lets hope so. Can't say I remember him

[380]

https://aleagues.com.au/news/a-league-transfer-news-newcastle-jets-sign-charles-mmombwa-details/
Dunno about this one, will he be better than what we have, lets hope so. Can't say I remember him

Very questionable signing. Would have been better off finding a diamond in the rough from an NPL. Showed nothing at the Cows hence why he was let go.

[Alton]

Very questionable signing. Would have been better off finding a diamond in the rough from an NPL. Showed nothing at the Cows hence why he was let go.

Terrible signing

[Jeterpool]

If i try to put myself in the shoes of a NPL player, how many are going to leave their day to day jobs for a six month A-League contract? Very few.
I also question the signing but at least it is only 6 months

[Mark325]

Comparing our transfer season to Perth, it’s a big disappointment. They’ve added a lot of depth to their starting XI across all areas, and while we’re yet to see how good those players are, it’s heartening for them I’d imagine to see such a bold attempt to still salvage this season.

On the other side, we could be Brisbane who have actually come out of this transfer window worse for wear at present.

On a seperate note, does anyone else find it odd that there’s no interest overseas for Taylor? A tonne of young aussies are getting signed up at the minute and id say Taylor is, at worst, equivalent quality to some of them.

[ForeverRed]

Terrible signing
I think the signing would mainly be for back up, I can?t see him starting

[380]

Comparing our transfer season to Perth, it’s a big disappointment. They’ve added a lot of depth to their starting XI across all areas, and while we’re yet to see how good those players are, it’s heartening for them I’d imagine to see such a bold attempt to still salvage this season.

On the other side, we could be Brisbane who have actually come out of this transfer window worse for wear at present.

On a seperate note, does anyone else find it odd that there’s no interest overseas for Taylor? A tonne of young aussies are getting signed up at the minute and id say Taylor is, at worst, equivalent quality to some of them.

Nope not surprised, He gone backwards from last season. Not saying he's been bad but certainly not up to what he was putting out last

[My2BobsWorth]

Needs to back himself more and be scoring more goals, instead of offloading near the box, keep running and SHOOT. Or has he been told his job is to offload, who knows. The Scots want goalscorers like everybody else

[StannyCFCJET]

Nope not surprised, He gone backwards from last season. Not saying he's been bad but certainly not up to what he was putting out last

The Stanton affect. Grozos, Natta and a few other young players going backwards under him as well

[Jeterpool]

Interesting we've signed a player that isn't on Footballhouseplus' books

[Jetmaster]

Jack Duncan anyone, probably not. Just been dropped by Victory for no reason other than to bring in old favourite Langerak.

I'd be pissed as he has been outstanding last few weeks.

[Jeterpool]

Lachlan Jackson is a free agent according to A-Leagues podcast

[StannyCFCJET]

Lachlan Jackson is a free agent according to A-Leagues podcast

Would love it but he won't come back

[Jeterpool]

Would love it but he won't come back

Why not? Issue with Jets or still has overseas ambition?

[StannyCFCJET]

Why not? Issue with Jets or still has overseas ambition?

Look at our defensive setup and structure under Stanton and how backwards guys like Natta are going. Who the **** wants to join that mess as a defender

[Mark325]

Apparently we reached out to Lachy Jackson but were unable to afford what he was asking

Also saw a rumour that we’re trying to move on Welli in this January window which seems nonsensical to me

[StannyCFCJET]

Apparently we reached out to Lachy Jackson but were unable to afford what he was asking

Also saw a rumour that we’re trying to move on Welli in this January window which seems nonsensical to me

WDYM, He's been dross. Makes sense on all levels

[Jetmaster]

WDYM, He's been dross. Makes sense on all levels

Makes sense only because of what Stanton is doing.

Last season and this it is obvious he prefers younger players, that he knows, who will do as they are told. The list of experienced players do not appear to have been utilised properly. As soon as he dropped Hoff and Carl first go last year showed he didn't have much time for them, same with O'Neill and invisible Frenchman. He is sticking to a Plan A with no flexibility and I don't think he supports the older heads much, probably because they stick up for themselves.

This may sound left field, but I do think it would be worth starting with Rose up front, Welli on the left, Kota on the right and Charlie in the mids with Kosta back where he was. Might not work but worth a try showing some confidence in these guys. And how much worse could it be??? Doesn't fix defence but may get us some more goals and fire the team up.

What is obvious is that Rose and Welli have passion and Kota showed more passion in 30 mins on Saturday than most of the first team did all season. Honest, some of these kids would back down like a Colombian president if you hit them with a wet wipe - they look that fragile. I do think there is a player in Welli, but he looks like he is low in confidence and support.

[Jeterpool]

I do think there is a player in Welli, but he looks like he is low in confidence and support.

I also wonder how he's going with the language - primarily with the team but also outside of it too.

[ForeverRed]

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Either he is challenged or received terribly bad advice over the years. Use to enjoy watching him hug the sideline receive long diagonal balls from Boogs and drive into the box. Such a waste.

[Mark325]

Jackson?s signed with Victory so that?s the end of that rumour. Real shame, seems like he was most interested in us but we couldn?t make a deal on the financial side of things

Any other CBs people think we could look into

[Jetmaster]

Dead to me - nobody from 2018 should play for the cheating filth of MV...

[The Dunster]

Welli isn't up to standard and neither is the person that recruited him.
Feel sorry for Welli though moving halfway around the world to not be suitable because recruitment got it terribly wrong.

[Jeterpool]

Jackson?s signed with Victory so that?s the end of that rumour. Real shame, seems like he was most interested in us but we couldn?t make a deal on the financial side of things

Any other CBs people think we could look into

How old is Reegz? :gent: Would give a bit of heart to the team

[StannyCFCJET]

Welli isn't up to standard and neither is the person that recruited him.
Feel sorry for Welli though moving halfway around the world to not be suitable because recruitment got it terribly wrong.

100% agree

[Jeterpool]

Heard on A-League video Alex Grant is available but I'm getting the sense from articles on A-Leagues that he is signing for Sydney FC to replace Matthews.

I think he would have been a handy pick up too.

[Frodo]

Grimaldi gone. (Plus Bowling and Piazza.)

Considering we've been playing a CM there instead of him, I think he must have known he wasn't going to get a starting gig anytime soon. Hopefully he kicks on elsewhere, he seems athletic enough and strong in the tackle, just needs to work on positioning and ball playing a little if he wants to be starting at this level. Both of which things that come with age anyways.

[Mark325]

Grimaldi gone. (Plus Bowling and Piazza.)

Considering we've been playing a CM there instead of him, I think he must have known he wasn't going to get a starting gig anytime soon. Hopefully he kicks on elsewhere, he seems athletic enough and strong in the tackle, just needs to work on positioning and ball playing a little if he wants to be starting at this level. Both of which things that come with age anyways.

Also possible that with our plans to sign a new centre back, this was done to make some room in the salary cap for someone a little pricier

[anfield]

Also possible that with our plans to sign a new centre back, this was done to make some room in the salary cap for someone a little pricier

100% agree, he has been moved on to free up money and a spot on the roster.
It is hard for him to improve when he consistently wasn't on the park.

[Mark325]

100% agree, he has been moved on to free up money and a spot on the roster.
It is hard for him to improve when he consistently wasn't on the park.

I was also shocked to find he's 23, same age as Cancar, who himself isn't perfect but is better then Grimaldi. Add in a much younger Van Dorrsen, whose from Newy as well in the squad, and plans to sign another CB and it all makes sense to move him on.

[ForeverRed]

Also possible that with our plans to sign a new centre back, this was done to make some room in the salary cap for someone a little pricier
He only had 4 months left on his contract so I doubt it was about money

[Mark325]

Expiring 24/25
01 Ryan Scott
06 Matthew Scarcella (Loan from SYD)
11 Jacob Dowse
13 Clayton Taylor
14 Dane Ingham
19 Callum Timmins
23 Daniel Wilmering

Expiring 25/26
04 Phillip Cancar
09 Lachlan Rose
15 Aleks Susnjar
17 Kosta Grozos
21 Noah James
27 Nathan Grimaldi
33 Mark Natta
37 Lachlan Bayliss
39 Thomas Aquilina
25 Oscar Fryer

Expiring 26/27
07 Eli Adams

Scholarships
24 Alex Nunes - 25/26
29 Justin Vidic - 24/25
44 Ben van Dorssen - 25/26
66 Zac Bowling - 24/25

Really? This list posted at the start of the thread had him down as expiring next year hence that assumption

Double checked as well and this article from Feb 2024 says he’s signed a 2 year contract - https://newcastlejetsfc.com.au/news/nathan-grimaldi-re-signs/

[ForeverRed]

Really? This list posted at the start of the thread had him down as expiring next year hence that assumption

Double checked as well and this article from Feb 2024 says he’s signed a 2 year contract - https://newcastlejetsfc.com.au/news/nathan-grimaldi-re-signs/

Just going off what the herald said, could be wrong

[Mark325]

Makes sense only because of what Stanton is doing.


That quote (in regards to Welli) rings true for tonight. imagine flying half way around the world only to be kept on the bench in your teams one of three biggest games of the season in a game we were never winning. At this point I’d rather we move him on for our sake and for his, and give what few minutes he gets to Nunes or Bracco who could use the experience

[My2BobsWorth]

Maurice was on NBN the other day saying that in the future they hope to have the bulk of the team made from local players. That would mean the total dismantling of the current talent development system, which I would be in favour of because it obviously doesn't produce anything. It's a nice vision but would need Trumpy to make it work

[The Postman]

Maurice was on NBN the other day saying that in the future they hope to have the bulk of the team made from local players. That would mean the total dismantling of the current talent development system, which I would be in favour of because it obviously doesn't produce anything. It's a nice vision but would need Trumpy to make it work

He hinted as much on the Podcast.

My impression was basically ?the guys have don?t a great job with no support or money BUT when the time is right we?ll dump some coin in there as well as bringing in more people?

I hope that means that Ryan Campbell and the Zane Brothers (the 3 he mentioned by name), will be looked after and a role will still be there for them in some form or fashion. Maybe promote Ryan to the Senior Men?s in an Assistant role and give Zane a role in our currently non-existent scouting department.

Gotta look after some locals.

[plague]

Maybe promote Ryan to the Senior Men's in an Assistant role

Sweet jesus, and you lot thought I was the one who wanted to see the world burn.










(I definitely want to see the world burn).

[ForeverRed]

He hinted as much on the Podcast.

My impression was basically ?the guys have don?t a great job with no support or money BUT when the time is right we?ll dump some coin in there as well as bringing in more people?

I hope that means that Ryan Campbell and the Zane Brothers (the 3 he mentioned by name), will be looked after and a role will still be there for them in some form or fashion. Maybe promote Ryan to the Senior Men?s in an Assistant role and give Zane a role in our currently non-existent scouting department.

Gotta look after some locals.

Surely you jest, Campbell shouldn?t be anywhere near the woman?s programme let alone the men?s.

[The Postman]

Maurice seemed to be a fan, I don?t know much of him tbh other than he has risen up the ranks over the last couple years.

Didn?t realise there was some negativity towards him.

[Hunter403]

Hey, see that kid at Adelaide? We should sign him. Archie Goodwin is his name apparently.

[ForeverRed]

Hey, see that kid at Adelaide? We should sign him. Archie Goodwin is his name apparently.
He was here once, he didn?t want to play with us, he can bugger off

[Hunter403]

He was here once, he didn?t want to play with us, he can bugger off
Didn't want to play for us or couldn't get picked?

[belchardo]

Wanted to go somewhere with more stability and a track record of bringing players on?

[Mark325]

Well with no football for a bit just wanted to post an up-to-date squad list in here and put some thoughts next to those coming off contract who is worth resigning at this point in time.

Expiring 24/25
18 Kota Mizunuma (option to sign on for next year)
14 Dane Ingham
19 Callum Timmins
20 Charles M'Mombwa (option to sign on for next year)
01 Ryan Scott
23 Daniel Wilmering
10 Wellisol
06 Matthew Scarcella (Loan from SYD)
13 Clayton Taylor

Expiring 25/26
15 Aleks Susnjar
21 Noah James
17 Kosta Grozos
39 Thomas Aquilina
04 Phillip Cancar
33 Mark Natta
09 Lachlan Rose
37 Lachlan Bayliss
22 Ben Gibson
25 Oscar Fryer

Expiring 26/27
07 Eli Adams

Scholarships
29 Justin Vidic - 24/25
24 Alex Nunes - 25/26
44 Ben van Dorssen - 25/26
28 Will Dobson - 25/26

[Jeterpool]

18 Kota Mizunuma (option to sign on for next year) - We need to trigger the extension. He's proved his capability and he offers more through his on field organisation. I would expect he is also supporting with off field leadership too.
14 Dane Ingham - I struggle to see how Dane fits in the team since the move to 3 at the back. He doesn't replace Mizunuma. He doesn't replace Aquilina/Cancar in the RCB role either. As a NZ international, he will be wanting to play. I think Dane moves on.
19 Callum Timmins - I think he moves on with Charles taking his place. Had his best game of the season last week, mind you. I could see him as a handy pick up for a team but when Susnjar comes back I think Grozos replaces him (and partners Bayliss)
20 Charles M'Mombwa (option to sign on for next year) - Handy option off the bench.
01 Ryan Scott - As Mark325, he's a very handy keeper. It would all be about money and ambition, I suspect. Scott is better than many of 1st choice keepers in the league at the moment so I don't think he will be short of offers.
23 Daniel Wilmering - I disagree about getting rid of him. His energy and athleticism on the left is incredible. He's reliably available. But where I do agree is that he needs competition. We're lacking in this space. I could even see a world where he explores overseas too but regardless we should attempt to re-sign.
10 Wellisol - I don't see a world where we activate the extension clause in his contract.
06 Matthew Scarcella (Loan from SYD) - I disagree with Mark325 (and because they're the only one to have shared their position so far - sorry Mark325), I wouldn't retain Scarcella despite his versatility.
13 Clayton Taylor - He's a priority re-signing. He's a valuable asset in the business plan of Maverick. If he was playing like he is now earlier in the season I suggest we'd have lost him in January. I'd be surprised if he's playing in this league next season.

[belchardo]

I'm pretty much of the same mind as Jeterpool, but i'd be happy to see Timmins retained as a bit of investment for 2 years down the track. Grozos ain't getting younger.

[Jeterpool]

I'm pretty much of the same mind as Jeterpool, but i'd be happy to see Timmins retained as a bit of investment for 2 years down the track. Grozos ain't getting younger.

Grozos is 24....? No chance for most of us on here if 26 is old :roflz:

[Alton]

What about Bailey Wells surely he is as good if not better than some vying for midfield spots now

[Mark325]

What about Bailey Wells surely he is as good if not better than some vying for midfield spots now

I get the vibe if Zads keeps his brissy job he’ll be going there. But, for one I don’t think Zads will keep that job, and surely if his local club offers him as good of a contract, and said local club is performing at a higher quality then he would surely be interested.

[ForeverRed]

What about Bailey Wells surely he is as good if not better than some vying for midfield spots now
He?s not that good

[belchardo]

Grozos is 24....? No chance for most of us on here if 26 is old :roflz:

Jesus. I thought he was in his thirties.

[Jeterpool]

Now the season is probably over (unless we fail to retain 9th) and with the news confirmed Stanton isn't staying around, are there any changes to anyone's squad retentions above?

I think we're a change to sell a few too. Wouldn't be surprised to see Aquilina and Adams attract some interest, myself.

[Macca]

Expiring 24/25
18 Kota Mizunuma (option to sign on for next year) - Valuable squad addition just for the vibes.
14 Dane Ingham - Keep if reasonably priced, useful squad player, versatile.
19 Callum Timmins - Has grown on me particularly the second half of the season. For presumably a reasonable price, worth keeping.
20 Charles M'Mombwa (option to sign on for next year) - Potentially OK as a squad player, doesn't suit our playing style as part of a starting XI.
01 Ryan Scott - OK to keep.
23 Daniel Wilmering - Serviceable is about the biggest compliment I can give, I think/hope we can do better at left back.
10 Wellisol - Haven't seen enough to know really, but assume he is lacking in either quality, fitness or attitude to have not gotten much of a run. Look elsewhere.
06 Matthew Scarcella (Loan from SYD) - Look elsewhere, we should not be taking loan signings unless they are guns and improve our starting XI.
13 Clayton Taylor - Still rough around the edges but has game breaking quality, definitely the style of player we should be targeting. Keep.

Expiring 25/26
15 Aleks Susnjar
21 Noah James - Did OK, happy to keep, but does need to work on catching, cost us a few goals at times.
17 Kosta Grozos - Still needs to work on the defensive side if he is going to stay in CB, but has been OK there.
39 Thomas Aquilina - One of our best this season and a big improvement from last year.
04 Phillip Cancar
33 Mark Natta - Similar to Kosta, needs to work on the defensive side of being a CB. His passes to break lines are top notch however.
09 Lachlan Rose
37 Lachlan Bayliss - Thought he was anonymous at the start of the season, has improved a bit at the CM position. There is a good footballer there, but not sure he currently has a position where he is starting XI quality in a top A-League team.
22 Ben Gibson - Thought he did decent at the start of the season, seems like a smart footballer.
25 Oscar Fryer

Expiring 26/27
07 Eli Adams

Scholarships
29 Justin Vidic - 24/25 - Would have liked to see a bit more of him, hard to say either way, but he did provide something different.
24 Alex Nunes - 25/26
44 Ben van Dorssen - 25/26
28 Will Dobson - 25/26

An assortment of thoughts on the Squad.
Important upgrades I would like to see would be LB, and 1-2 players in the middle, a dominant 6 and/or a more dynamic/creative 8/10 to fill the Piscopo/Penha/Dimi role.

[mge61]

Among other things we haven?t had a top level keeper for sometime.

[Jetmaster]

Among other things we haven?t had a top level keeper for sometime.

TBH, apart from Auckland the GK cupboard is pretty bare.

[The Dunster]

I'd get rid of Aqualina as he has zero defensive awareness and absolutely no idea how to play out from the back.

If we do keep him I think he needs to be higher up the park in a more attacking role.

[Jeterpool]

Interesting comments by Stanton in the post-match press conference re: Mizunuma. Mentioned there is an option for an additional year if he wants it, and he expects he will take it up because he's enjoying it here - retirement is the only thing that could stop it from his side.

[Frodo]

I'd get rid of Aqualina as he has zero defensive awareness and absolutely no idea how to play out from the back.

If we do keep him I think he needs to be higher up the park in a more attacking role.

He's been our best attacking outlet all season, he's had to do the defensive work of two people because Taylor has very little defensive focus and whenever we get our transition right it's usually because he's either in the half space and pushing a Natta/Grozos pass straight into Adams/Kota or playing it in behind for Gibson/Rose.

He's got my vote for player of the year and it's a big jump to anyone else who's consistently looked great. Adams was unplayable at times but can be a huge liability when things aren't going well, Rose, Kota showed flashes and are a level above but took too long to get up to speed, Grozos has been solid playing out of position all season, Timmins and Wilmering both improved but haven't been spectacular, neither keeper kept form long enough to justify being no1.

So IMO it's Aquilina by a margin.

[Jeterpool]

I've been pondering this season following Stanton's departure and now that 9th place is secured and wondering if this season has been a "failure" or not.

Many predicted we'd be making up the numbers given we had lost more experience and replaced them with young discarded prospects (Adams, Rose), NPL player (Gibson), a loanee (Scarcella), a heap of academy players and two older heads (Susnjar and Wellisol). I think that prediction was actually fair.

Looking back, I said that automatic Australia Cup qualification should be the minimum aim (since the prediction it's confirmed 9th is automatic qualification)...and we've done that.



I think we will still be making up the numbers but realistically we should be aiming for automatic Australia Cup qualification...so 8th or above.

Regardless it's a big season for lots of players coming off contract and especially the coach. I suspect the new owners are getting the house in order this season, assessing where things are at before making bigger moves next season.

Our draw certainly wasn't friendly with 1 home game and a bye in the first 6 weeks. And we certainly struggled post-byes as it killed momentum having won each time prior to the first two.

Were it not for the 7 game undefeated streak, with 4 wins in 5, we'd be down with Roar and Glory fighting off yet another spoon. The change in formation to a back 3 helped along with the recruitment of Mizunuma and return from injury of Rose coincided with that run.

Goals haven't been our problem. We scored in 14 straight (the second longest run in our club's history). We've lost 6 by one goal. But I think what's killed us is the ability to either maintain a lead or regain one when we go behind. Season-to-date we've only salvaged 4 points from losing position (3 points in rd 2 v Macarthur from quick Adams double, 1 point v CCM away). We've lost 17 points ("20" if you include the Australia Cup loss to Macarthur) from winning positions, however, and 12 points from 36 possible at home isn't great either.

Interested in others thoughts, but I think overall this season has been a pass for what would have realistically been our goals at the start....but I want to see us start to aim higher.

[My2BobsWorth]

They need to get a career guidance counsellor in for most of the team, too inconsistent for professional footballers. Heard someone say they hope the team stays together next year. Yeah nah

[ForeverRed]

Members are still waiting to hear from management on a number of issues, Stanton?s sacking, Stanton?s replacement, player retention, players leaving, Taylor?s request to leave, it?s gone very quiet, I heard the new coach wants a certain assistant but they can?t afford him.

[mic22]

But I think what's killed us is the ability to either maintain a lead or regain one when we go behind.

Apart from drawing 0-0, you're either up or down... so that's like saying we lack the ability to do anything.

Which is probably not far from reality.

[Jetmaster]

Members are still waiting to hear from management on a number of issues, Stanton?s sacking, Stanton?s replacement, player retention, players leaving, Taylor?s request to leave, it?s gone very quiet, I heard the new coach wants a certain assistant but they can?t afford him.

Still one game to go.

[Jeterpool]

Apart from drawing 0-0, you're either up or down... so that's like saying we lack the ability to do anything.

Which is probably not far from reality.

Let me put what I said a different way.

If we go behind first, the result is more than likely a loss.

If we go ahead, this season at have struggled to regularly turn that into a win.

[Jeterpool]

They need to get a career guidance counsellor in for most of the team, too inconsistent for professional footballers. Heard someone say they hope the team stays together next year. Yeah nah

I think that was Stanton

[ForeverRed]

NEWCASTLE Jets general manager of football Ken Schembri has confirmed that fan favourite Kota Mizunuma will return for a second season and said plans for the 2025-26 A-League campaign were well underway.
The Jets bring the curtain down on 2024-25 against Melbourne Victory at AAMI park on Sunday.
Coach Rob Stanton and his assistant Damir Prodanovic will finish up.

Mark Milligan is expected to be officially appointed as Stanton?s replacement after the club?s awards ceremony on May 9.
The former Socceroo will put together his own football staff.
Mizunuma was among 10 players whose future was uncertain.
However, Schembri told the Newcastle Herald on Tuesday that the Japanese international had taken up an option for a second season in Newcastle.
Mizunuma, 35, has been a revaltion since his arrival during the January transfer, netting two goals and supplying four assists to help spark a late push for the finals.
Midfielder Cal Timmins has been linked to Perth, where his family is based.
Brazilian Wellissol is expected to return home.

Jets import at training
Matt Scarcella?s loan deal is up and he will return to Sydney.
Jacob Dowse, who hasn?t played in two seasons due to a chronic knee injury, will officially be released.
Ryan Scott, Dane Ingham, Daniel Wilmering, Charles M?monbwa and scholarship-holder Zac Bowling, who is on loan at Blacktown City, are expected to meet with the new coach in the next fortnight.
Home-grown youngsters Will Dobson, Alex Nunes and Ben van Dorssen have a season to run on their scholarship deals.
Schembri also confirmed that the club had rejected a request from Clayton Taylor to be released from the final year of his contract.
?I have formally advised Clayton?s management that he is a contracted player for another 12 months and our expectation at this point is that he will stay on,? Schembri said.
The Jets men are locked in ninth spot and automatically qualify for the main draw of the 2026 Australian Cup ? avoiding a four-way play-off for two positions in the round of 32.
New chief executive Tain Drinkwater starts on Thursday but Schembri and the new coach will be responsible for shaping the roster.
Schembri has completed a review of the men?s program and is undertaklng the same process with the women?s team.
Women?s coach Ryan Campbell and a host of players are off contract.
The men?s squad will assemble for pre-season training in early July. The women begin preparations in September.
?In between next week and the end of May, I would think that all new staffing appointments in the male space would be complete,? Schembri said. ?The review of the women?s program would be completed by then and with the board for implementation.
?That would allow the CEO five weeks to get across the business.?
Australian Professional Leagues executive chairman Stephen Conroy announced changes to the A-League salary cap concessions earlier this month.
From 2025/26 onwards, there will be just one marquee player per squad eligible to be exempt from a salary cap of $3million per club that will have all other concessions removed entirely.
The Jets don?t have a marquee player and operate on a budget of about $3miillion.
?When you have been one of the bottom spending clubs, that impacts on us less than other clubs,? Schembri said.
There had been speculation that Schembri would not continue beyond this season.
?I am looking to continue, subject to the board wanting me around,? he said.

[Jeterpool]

NEWCASTLE Jets general manager of football Ken Schembri has confirmed that fan favourite Kota Mizunuma will return for a second season and said plans for the 2025-26 A-League campaign were well underway.
The Jets bring the curtain down on 2024-25 against Melbourne Victory at AAMI park on Sunday.
Coach Rob Stanton and his assistant Damir Prodanovic will finish up.

Mark Milligan is expected to be officially appointed as Stanton?s replacement after the club?s awards ceremony on May 9.
The former Socceroo will put together his own football staff.
Mizunuma was among 10 players whose future was uncertain.
However, Schembri told the Newcastle Herald on Tuesday that the Japanese international had taken up an option for a second season in Newcastle.
Mizunuma, 35, has been a revaltion since his arrival during the January transfer, netting two goals and supplying four assists to help spark a late push for the finals.
Midfielder Cal Timmins has been linked to Perth, where his family is based.
Brazilian Wellissol is expected to return home.

Jets import at training
Matt Scarcella?s loan deal is up and he will return to Sydney.
Jacob Dowse, who hasn?t played in two seasons due to a chronic knee injury, will officially be released.
Ryan Scott, Dane Ingham, Daniel Wilmering, Charles M?monbwa and scholarship-holder Zac Bowling, who is on loan at Blacktown City, are expected to meet with the new coach in the next fortnight.
Home-grown youngsters Will Dobson, Alex Nunes and Ben van Dorssen have a season to run on their scholarship deals.
Schembri also confirmed that the club had rejected a request from Clayton Taylor to be released from the final year of his contract.
?I have formally advised Clayton?s management that he is a contracted player for another 12 months and our expectation at this point is that he will stay on,? Schembri said.
The Jets men are locked in ninth spot and automatically qualify for the main draw of the 2026 Australian Cup ? avoiding a four-way play-off for two positions in the round of 32.
New chief executive Tain Drinkwater starts on Thursday but Schembri and the new coach will be responsible for shaping the roster.
Schembri has completed a review of the men?s program and is undertaklng the same process with the women?s team.
Women?s coach Ryan Campbell and a host of players are off contract.
The men?s squad will assemble for pre-season training in early July. The women begin preparations in September.
?In between next week and the end of May, I would think that all new staffing appointments in the male space would be complete,? Schembri said. ?The review of the women?s program would be completed by then and with the board for implementation.
?That would allow the CEO five weeks to get across the business.?
Australian Professional Leagues executive chairman Stephen Conroy announced changes to the A-League salary cap concessions earlier this month.
From 2025/26 onwards, there will be just one marquee player per squad eligible to be exempt from a salary cap of $3million per club that will have all other concessions removed entirely.
The Jets don?t have a marquee player and operate on a budget of about $3miillion.
?When you have been one of the bottom spending clubs, that impacts on us less than other clubs,? Schembri said.
There had been speculation that Schembri would not continue beyond this season.
?I am looking to continue, subject to the board wanting me around,? he said.

Cheers FR. Thanks for copying this across.

I must have missed Taylor's extension last year was on an initial 2 year contract, not one.

[My2BobsWorth]

Ditto FR, good to see some news finally coming out of the club

[Jeterpool]

Oh, another thing to add - Clayton Taylor's agent is the same agency as Stanton and half the other members of the team too. No surprise his agent has requested a release.

Glad the club are holding firm. Hope it doesn't become like Ibini and Ugarkovic situation though.

If clubs want him, they can pay us for him.

[Jeterpool]

Oh, another thing to add - Clayton Taylor's agent is the same agency as Stanton and half the other members of the team too. No surprise his agent has requested a release.

Glad the club are holding firm. Hope it doesn't become like Ibini and Ugarkovic situation though

[Mark325]

Expiring 24/25
18 Kota Mizunuma (option to sign on for next year) - Expected to trigger extension
19 Callum Timmins - Expected to return to Perth
10 Wellisol - Expected to return to Brazil
06 Matthew Scarcella (Loan from SYD) - Expected to return to Sydney
20 Charles M'Mombwa (option to sign on for next year) - Expected to meet with Milligan
01 Ryan Scott - Expected to meet with Milligan
23 Daniel Wilmering - Expected to meet with Milligan
14 Dane Ingham - Expected to meet with Milligan

Expiring 25/26
13 Clayton Taylor - Apparently signed on for next year, not being granted early leave
15 Aleks Susnjar
21 Noah James
17 Kosta Grozos
39 Thomas Aquilina
04 Phillip Cancar
33 Mark Natta
09 Lachlan Rose
37 Lachlan Bayliss
22 Ben Gibson
25 Oscar Fryer

Expiring 26/27
07 Eli Adams

Scholarships
29 Justin Vidic - 24/25 - No announcement made
24 Alex Nunes - 25/26
44 Ben van Dorssen - 25/26
28 Will Dobson - 25/26

[Mark325]

Expiring 24/25
18 Kota Mizunuma (option to sign on for next year) - Expected to trigger extension
19 Callum Timmins - Expected to return to Perth
10 Wellisol - Expected to return to Brazil
06 Matthew Scarcella (Loan from SYD) - Expected to return to Sydney
20 Charles M'Mombwa (option to sign on for next year) - Expected to meet with Milligan
01 Ryan Scott - Expected to meet with Milligan
23 Daniel Wilmering - Expected to meet with Milligan
14 Dane Ingham - Expected to meet with Milligan

Expiring 25/26
13 Clayton Taylor - Apparently signed on for next year, not being granted early leave
15 Aleks Susnjar
21 Noah James
17 Kosta Grozos
39 Thomas Aquilina
04 Phillip Cancar
33 Mark Natta
09 Lachlan Rose
37 Lachlan Bayliss
22 Ben Gibson
25 Oscar Fryer

Expiring 26/27
07 Eli Adams

Scholarships
29 Justin Vidic - 24/25 - No announcement made
24 Alex Nunes - 25/26
44 Ben van Dorssen - 25/26
28 Will Dobson - 25/26

Of the lot listed above, the only ones that felt must keep are Taylor and Kota, which it seems we will. Confused by the Taylor situation, and a little nervous to have a player who doesn't want to be there, but if he's a professional he'll keep playing good football, and if he hits the ground running we can hopefully get a transfer fee for him midway next season.

Timmins has been performing quite well in the back half of the season, but still not a huge loss by any means. Welli and Scarcella leaving is also totally fine

Of the 4 expected to meet with Milligan, I'd like to keep Scott and M'Mombwa, would keep Wilmering as a backup option for the left side and am desperare for Ingham to leave.

They mentioned the other scholarship players, but no word on Vidic. I'd like to keep him since he's a newy player, and he seems decent, feel like no coach we've had knows how to use him effectively.

[ForeverRed]

MARK Milligan will forever be indebted to Ange Postecoglou.
The unshakable belief Postecoglou had in Australian football and its players, and the work he put in to the likes of Milligan to help shape their careers.

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Milligan is his own man ? his own coach ? but the lessons he learned from Postecoglou and fellow Socceroos boss Bert van Marwijk struck a chord.
?I had one coach in particular, Ange, who really believed in Australian players at a time that was very important in my career,? Milligan said. ?He taught me things. The commitment Ange and Bert van Marwijk had to their trade, their work ethic was second to none. And just the belief in what they were teaching. I definitely have the desire and passion to give that back.
?From a football perspective, my views probably differ a little bit, but I have an unwavering belief in what I want to achieve. I have always been good when given directions. I am very excited now to be the one to lead.?
Milligan was officially appointed as coach of the Newcastle Jets for the next two A-League seasons.
It is the 39-year-old former Socceroo captain?s first appointment in a head coaching role and one he has worked towards for more than five years.
?I want to make sure every player becomes better. I want to see the best version of themselves every day,? Milligan told the Newcastle Herald.
?That was something that drove me throughout my career. That desire and hunger to continuously improve. I want to create an environment here where the players and the staff always want more.?

New Newcastle Jets coach Mark Milligan. Picture Jets Media
Milligan got the utmost out of his playing career, highlighted by 80 caps for Australia, many as captain, and four World Cups.
He won A-League championships at Sydney FC and Melbourne Victory in a journey that spanned 380 top-flight games across Australia, China, Japan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Scotland and England.
For the past five years, he has served a coaching apprenticeship at Macarthur, Adelaide and with the Malaysian national team.
?I prepared for this transition to coaching a long time before I retired,? Milligan said. ?Once I retired, I was very clear in the direction I wanted to head in. Then it was about filling the gaps. Finding out my shortcomings and where I will need staff to assist in areas that are not my strongest.

Mark Milligan and Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou. Picture AAP
?I was very fortunate at Adelaide that [coach] Carl Veart allowed me to be extremely hands-on. He gave me a lot of responsibility.
?The landscape here is perfect. A one-team town with a rich history of sport, not just football.
?My beliefs align with the direction that the club wants to head in. That opportunity was too good for me not to take.?
PLANS FOR THE ROSTER

Milligan is wasting no time. He plans to have his football staff in place within a fortnight and the majority of the playing roster finalised within a month.
Left back Daniel Wilmering is expected to sign a new deal, leaving potentially nine places on the roster to fill.
?There will definitely be some changes,? Milligan said. ?There are some very good players already here to develop the squad around.
?I will probably have a maximum 19 fully-contracted players with seven scholarship players. I have watched a lot of the youth team games over the last month.
?We need to bring in three experienced players. With what we want to do, that is very important.
?I am fortunate that I have been well-travelled during my career and have an extensive network that I will lean on.
?When it comes to experienced players, I want people who fit the character we need as well as the playing profile.
?With all the huffing and puffing I do, young players will learn just as much from the person sitting next to them in the change room.?
Japanese international Kota Mizunuma, a revelation in the second half of the season, is set to be a key figure.

Japanese midfielder Kota Mizunuma is set to return for a second season at the Jets. Picture Jonthan Carroll
?My Japanese isn?t as great as it was but I had a good conversation with Kota on Tuesday,? Milligan said. ?He is a priority. Someone like Kota is very important with what we want to do moving forward.?
The Jets had one of the youngest squad in the league under former coach Rob Stanton.
Home-grown midfielder Will Dobson made his A-League debut last season aged 17, while Christian Bracco and Garang Arou were also promoted from the youth team.
Milligan intends to place an even greater focus on youth development, especially of local players.
Youth team coach Damian Zane will have a greater role with the A-League squad and former players Jobe Wheelhouse, Nikolai Topor-Stanley and Clayton Zane will work in the academy.
?My background, especially over the past few years at Adelaide, has been in that development and youth space,? Milligan said. ?Working on the best way to integrate young players to become effective in first-team football. That is very important to me.
?Having Damian at training and across things makes it easier. He is fantastic from what I have seen, not only bringing through players, but across all levels. He works so hard.

Jets young gun Will Dobson. Picture by Jonthan Carroll
?I feel you need to pull the bandaid off a bit. If we want to develop local players, it has to start with the youth team. There is a lot of potential there.
?I?m acutely aware of players from Newcastle, especially from my generation, that have had successful careers.
?By doing what we are now, in five years we will have a core group of Newcastle players who are successful not only for the Jets but overseas. We want to see the young ones in national teams. That is the end goal.?
James Gardiner

[Jeterpool]

Thanks for sharing FR. I think retaining Wilmering is an astute move. He's been reliably fit as our only left back this season....but he needs to be challenged.

Without knowing what formation Milligan will play, it's hard to do a depth chart, but if I have a go with who we know is signed for next year...

GK - 1 - Noah James
RB - 1 - Aquilina
CB - 5 - Susnjar, Natta, Cancar, Arou, van Dorssen
LB - 1 - Wilmering
CM - 4 - Grozos, Bayliss, Bracco, Nunes (?)
RW - 2 - Mizunuma, Dobson
LW - 2 - Taylor, Fryer
CAM - 1 - Adams
ST - 2 - Rose, Gibson

With the potential for 3 experienced players to come in, where would we like to see them?

I think we're sorted in terms of NUMBERS at CB. I would want some central midfield experience. Even a goal keeper....

We're very light up front.

Thoughts?

[Frodo]

I heard Scott has an offer from a Melbourne side and began looking for a house before the season had ended. So if that's true I can't see Milligan convincing him to stay.

No idea which club tho, Western already have a couple of average GKs, Victory has Langarak and regardless of how rubbish he's been I can't see them letting him go, maybe that young City GK has an offer overseas?

[Jeterpool]

I heard Scott has an offer from a Melbourne side and began looking for a house before the season had ended. So if that's true I can't see Milligan convincing him to stay.

No idea which club tho, Western already have a couple of average GKs, Victory has Langarak and regardless of how rubbish he's been I can't see them letting him go, maybe that young City GK has an offer overseas?

I heard similar, and I could see him at City. Melbourne is home for him. Even if on the bench he's getting to play ACL Elite next season too.

[Frodo]

I can't see Taylor staying and we all know what happens whenever a player is forced to stay somewhere they don't want to be. The club must have known he'd follow Stanton, so they have nobody to blame but themselves if he goes and we don't get a fee or anything.

[Buddha]

Scott is no better than Noah James which makes re-signing him pointless imo. We should be looking to upgrade. Despite what the FB crew says.

[Jeterpool]

I can't see Taylor staying and we all know what happens whenever a player is forced to stay somewhere they don't want to be. The club must have known he'd follow Stanton, so they have nobody to blame but themselves if he goes and we don't get a fee or anything.

If he goes and it isn't overseas I hope the club show a backbone and get the better side of the deal or he stays.

Another comment I had made to me was that Fryer was signed with the intent to challenge Taylor, with feedback being that Fryer has a higher ceiling than Taylor.

[Jetmaster]

Scott is no better than Noah James which makes re-signing him pointless imo. We should be looking to upgrade. Despite what the FB crew says.

Just putting it out there, Redmayne is available, not retired, experienced mentor and friend of Millsy.

And we need a c***.

[plague]

Just putting it out there, Redmayne is available, not retired, experienced mentor and friend of Millsy.

And we need a c***.

Any chance you can follow it out there, get hold of it, and put it back wherever it was before you put it out there?

Preferably in a bin somewhere.


On Mars.



Shameful behaviour Mr JM.

[Frodo]

Just putting it out there, Redmayne is available, not retired, experienced mentor and friend of Millsy.

And we need a c***.

We have enough c***s in Cancar, Timmins and Wilmering and at least those 3 can play. Redmayne is going to struggle in the NPL next season he's so bad now. If you mean as a coach, maybe, but definitely not worth any cap space on.

[My2BobsWorth]

A lot has been said on here, in the press, and even by the coach, blaming the youth of the team for a bad showing this year.
A global list has been released of the clubs with the most U21 minutes played this year.
Jets didn't even make the top four. Adelaide topped the A league list, followed by Western, City, and the Gypos
It's just poor performance by the coach and players, not youth

[Jetmaster]

Shameful behaviour Mr JM.

https://y.yarn.co/f6971309-da2d-488c-8ce1-bd68c9d16d2f_text.gif

[My2BobsWorth]

Don't think any players will be following Stanton out the door, he's got a job with Arnie in Iraq

[anfield]

The Newcastle Jets can win the A League in 2026/2027.

Yeah , big call and No it's not April 1.

I think if the new salary cap rule changes come in and are enforced the there is no reason the Jets cant win.

Basically next year the Salary cap will be 3.5 million and room for 1 marquee player. All the player exemptions are gone. Next year no club will be penalised for breaches as long as they sit in the current frameworks. So we know clubs will still overspend.

Come 2026/27 The salary cap drops to $3 million with 1 marquee.
There has been no announcement on the salary cap floor for both of the next 2 years from what I could find, but I'm sure it is announced somewhere. The floor would have to be higher next year, So the Jets would have to spend more money on players technically.

Importantly, Come 2026/2027 all excemptions will be gone. So from what currently happens, you would expect the big clubs like Victory, City, WWS, Auckland and Sydney FC will have to reduce spending and rely more on youth team players.

I would imagine that all these clubs will loose possibly around two players that are ranked 2nd to 6th on there lists. At Victory that easily could be Arzani and Velupillay sort of thing, Behich and Tilio at City. At these clubs they would be replaced by youth players. That's how it will work.

For the Jets, If they spend close to the Cap then they will be well prepared as they haven't spent close to the cap or used any exemptions since Martin Lee was the owner. Every team will have a chance, why not the Jets?

[Buddha]

The Newcastle Jets can win the A League in 2026/2027.
Every team will have a chance, why not the Jets?
Because we don't have the talented youth that other teams seem to be pushing out consistently

[Jeterpool]

Now we wait for the list of who is being released....

[Mark325]

New coach makes first big call on roster, puts faith in home-grown shotstopper
By James Gardiner

Goalkeeper Ryan Scott will not be offered a contract extension at the Newcastle Jets.
VICE captain Ryan Scott will depart the Newcastle Jets, with new coach Mark Milligan opting to give home-grown keeper Noah James a shot at establishing himself as the No.1.

Milligan confirmed on Monday that Scott will not be offered a new deal, bringing an end to the 29-year-old's two-year stay in Newcastle.

James, 24, replaced Scott in goals in round 18 and made seven straight appearances, including two man-of-the match performances, before he was concussed in a the warm-up and ruled out of the round-25 battle against Wellington.

The Kahibah junior had waited four years for an opportunity after making his A-League debut in a 3-0 win over Wellington in 2020.

"I have been impressed with Noah James," Milligan said. "Moving forward I want to provide the best platform for him to firstly, continue his growth and also be able to make that position his own."

Milligan intends to sign another keeper but is yet to decide if he will go with another young shot stopper or a veteran for James to "learn from".

"I want the keepers to really push each other," Milligan said. "If there was an opportunity to sign someone who is coming to the end of their career who Noah could learn from and push past, that is a possibility.

Noah James will get first crack at cementing a starting place in goals for the Jets.
"It was a respect thing for Ryan as well. I do not know where that is going to land and I didn't want to drag that out with him.

"I haven't been away from the playing game that long, that I have forgotten the importance of that side for players and their families."

Scott, who is in Bali on holidays with a host of teammates, had been keen to stay in Newcastle.

He is among 10 players off contract.

Fellow keeper Zach Bowling, who is on a scholarship, will be let go.

Jacob Dowse, who hasn't played in two years due to a chronic knee injury, has also been released.

Midfielder Callum Timmins has been linked with a move to Perth, Brazilian Wellissol will return home, Matt Scarcella has completed his loan from Sydney and striker Justin Vidic appears unlikley to be retained.

Daniel Wilmering is understood to have agreed to terms on a new deal, however the future of Dane Ingham and Charles M'mombwa remains uncertain.

"We are still working on the dynamics of the squad," Milligan said.

"A few have made the decision for us. I fully respect that. I will never be one to force anyone to be in a place they don't want to be.

"My recommendation to the club is first and foremost we want people who want to be here and want to improve and want to fight.

"My priority was to get Kota Mizunuma finalised. He expressed a desire to stay and help and be a part of what we are doing moving forward.

"However, a few have expressed an interest in exploring other opportunities."

Clayton Taylor had asked for release from the final year of his contract, which was rejected.

Milligan remains confident that Taylor will be on deck and revealed the 21-year-old recently had minor groin surgery.

"I have spoken to the players under contract and given them a crash course on what it will look like moving forward," Milligan said.

"In Clayton's case, he had sugery, nothing serious just something he had been dealing with for a while.

"One good thing about the Australian off-season is that you have time to get these things fixied up as long as you address them. He needs to make sure he is in the best shape come preseason."

Milligan, who was officially appointed a week ago, is also close to finalising his football staff, which will be announced after the A-League grand final.

"There will be a review of the medical department - not so much the personnel - to make sure our practices are at the highest standard that they can be," Milligan said.

"That is an expectation I have across our staffing program.

"The biggest one for me will be the integration of Damian Zane. I am cautious on that as well. More so because of how much he does in the academy space. I don't want to lose that expertise from him.

"I also want to create a platform for the ones coming through to have the best environment possible when they do get to the first team."

Meanwhile, former Jets coach Rob Stanton hasn't wasted time finding a new job.

A week after ending his tenure at the Jets, Stanton has agreed to assist new Iraq national ream coach Graham Arnold.

Stanton worked under Arnold for five years at Sydney FC, winning an A-league championship together.

Arnold, the longest-serving coach in Socceroos history, takes over from Spaniard Jesus Casas as Iraq's new leader amid the qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup.

The Lions of Mesopotamia are third in Group B in the third round of Asian Football Confederation qualifying for the 2026 tournament; Arnold's first two fixtures in charge of Iraq will take place in early June against South Korea and Jordan.

Arnold and Stanton are in Baghdad preparing for the next games

[Mark325]

We're also apparently still interested in Bruno Fornaroli which I don't love

[Buddha]

Great decision by Milligan to not re-sign Scott. James is better & has more potential to get even better.

[ForeverRed]

Great decision by Milligan to not re-sign Scott. James is better & has more potential to get even better.
Not sure about this, James last 2 games were very ordinary costing us goals on several occasions, he doesn?t demand his box and I can?t see that changing, he also needs to try catching some footballs instead of parrying, if a keeper can?t come and defend a high ball from corners then he has no right to be in the A league.

[Mark325]

Not sure about this, James last 2 games were very ordinary costing us goals on several occasions, he doesn?t demand his box and I can?t see that changing, he also needs to try catching some footballs instead of parrying, if a keeper can?t come and defend a high ball from corners then he has no right to be in the A league.

I think between the two, we were always going to be getting a flawed goalkeeper.

"I want the keepers to really push each other," Milligan said. "If there was an opportunity to sign someone who is coming to the end of their career who Noah could learn from and push past, that is a possibility." I think that's an interesting line and one I'd like us to pursue, spend a little extra on someone experienced to benefit James, and that's an instance where I don't hate the idea of Redmayne being brought in to help with that guidance, give James the starting spot and primarily use Redmayne as a mentor figure to James. Ideally it's someone a little more functional that Redmayne currently is, but the point is still the same.

[Jeterpool]

I think there's merit in taking Scott's wage and potentially spending less on an older keeper and using the rest elsewhere.

Problem is there aren't many older Australian keepers coming off contract at the end of the year. Redmayne is one, yes. Jack Duncan is too (but I don't think we should go back there), Matt Acton is as well....long shot option though - Dean Bouzanis? Though he is likely to stay in England while Catley is playing for Arsenal.

[Buddha]

Not sure about this, James last 2 games were very ordinary costing us goals on several occasions, he doesn?t demand his box and I can?t see that changing, he also needs to try catching some footballs instead of parrying, if a keeper can?t come and defend a high ball from corners then he has no right to be in the A league.

See what you've said there is exactly how Ryan Scott is, except much worse. The love in for him I simply do not understand

[Jetmaster]

Not sure about this, James last 2 games were very ordinary costing us goals on several occasions, he doesn?t demand his box and I can?t see that changing, he also needs to try catching some footballs instead of parrying, if a keeper can?t come and defend a high ball from corners then he has no right to be in the A league.

Unfortunately that is the way of things these days. We have a league with young keepers who like pull off impossible saves and dribbles to impress the ladies, but bugger all competence for high balls and physicality. I have never known this league to be so poor in terms of GKs.

[Alton]

Unfortunately that is the way of things these days. We have a league with young keepers who like pull off impossible saves and dribbles to impress the ladies, but bugger all competence for high balls and physicality. I have never known this league to be so poor in terms of GKs.

It worries me that Milligans first decision is to anoint James, I?m with Red, he was poor after the first couple of games

[The Postman]

Milligan's idea of getting an old GK in for James to learn from? Isn't the GK Coach's job?

Pure money saving option this - James is a serviceable, young, local GK and would be cheaper than Scott.

[StannyCFCJET]

Milligan's idea of getting an old GK in for James to learn from? Isn't the GK Coach's job?

Pure money saving option this - James is a serviceable, young, local GK and would be cheaper than Scott.

Do we have a GK atm? Bowling left a few months back

[380]

This has Redmayne player/GK coach written all over it.

[Frodo]

This has Redmayne player/GK coach written all over it.

Don't bring that on us, don't even think it into existence. Let him steal some wages somewhere else.


Go sign some young keeper(s) and just keep throwing them away every season until we stumble onto a Paulson or Gauci. Clearly there's nothing coming through the youth ranks so go and raid whatever NPL team seems to have their coaching sorted and try to take their hardwork and claim it as our own.

[anfield]

I think it got to a point moving forward that it was going to be Scott or James moving forward.

If that was the case, Milligan was always going to go the local in James. Imagine how much criticism Milligan would have got if he punted James.

Is Michael Weier a candidate? Former jet with first team experience, probably a cheaper option then Scott going forward.

[StannyCFCJET]

I think it got to a point moving forward that it was going to be Scott or James moving forward.

If that was the case, Milligan was always going to go the local in James. Imagine how much criticism Milligan would have got if he punted James.

Is Michael Weier a candidate? Former jet with first team experience, probably a cheaper option then Scott going forward.

And worse then Scott and no better then James. Hard pass

[Jeterpool]

Here's a shout...Mark Birighitti. :lulz:

[ForeverRed]

Oli Sail is apparently leaving Perth, I?d take him

[plague]

Oli Sail is apparently leaving Perth

I think he's a good keeper but man oh man I think Perth broke him.

He looks nothing like he did a few years back.

[Buddha]

Oli Sail is apparently leaving Perth, I?d take him
****ing hell, you're complaining about James but wanting somebody who is so much worse than him. Pack it up FR

[Jeterpool]

Oli Sail is apparently leaving Perth, I?d take him

I see him heading to back to NZ and replacing Paulsen at Auckland.

[Mark325]

He also doesn’t seem to fit the description. Milligan is chasing either someone young like Noah James for direct competition, or someone experienced and coming to the end of their career.

Sail fits neither description, and neither does Weirer for me. Names like Birra or Redmayne make more sense, and any I’d say under 25 (James is 24) would be the young keeper age range he’s looking at.

[Frodo]

He also doesn?t seem to fit the description. Milligan is chasing either someone young like Noah James for direct competition, or someone experienced and coming to the end of their career.

Sail fits neither description, and neither does Weirer for me. Names like Birra or Redmayne make more sense, and any I?d say under 25 (James is 24) would be the young keeper age range he?s looking at.

You're making it sound like the Manager will stick to whatever he says and not just sign whomever becomes available.


That talk about a senior keeper was just an excuse to justify letting arguably the better keeper go and saving some coin on the GK position.


That said Sail is way worse than Scott and concedes goals from nothing shots like a classic Jets keeper. But, I think he'll want too much coin to be a backup for us. Let the NZ teams chase him or he can go to a City as backup.

[R Ramjet]

Hopefully Kota.M can convince another Japanese player to join.

[Jeterpool]

Hopefully Kota.M can convince another Japanese player to join.

Mitoma!

[Mark325]

According to FootballFeverAU:

We're actively pursuing a foreign CB to bolster defence - Feels odd to me when I'd say it's the one spot we were set in. Perhaps means we're still doing a back 3.

Dane Ingahm is close to finalising a contract with an overseas club in Asia

Scarcella returning to Sydney

Vidic and Scott departing

They again mentioned Taylor has formally requested a release of contract - I'm not sure if this is them just late to reporting this, or this is him again making this request

We are targeting Max Burgess as a marquee signing for the upcoming season - Good signing, bizarre if the marquee aspect is true

[Jeterpool]

I agree with you about the CB status, Mark.

I also don't get Max Burgess link, unless something is happening with Adams

[StannyCFCJET]

I agree with you about the CB status, Mark.

I also don't get Max Burgess link, unless something is happening with Adams

Yeah im starting all 4 of our current attackers over him

[380]

Burgess is incredibly inconsistent. Capable of very good performances but unfortunately few and far between. That being said we are sure to sign him.

[Bon]

We are targeting Max Burgess as a marquee signing for the upcoming season - Good signing, bizarre if the marquee aspect is true

Marquee??? This the same bloke that played a handful of games for us back in 2015 yeah???
What on earth are we doing....

[Jeterpool]

Yeah im starting all 4 of our current attackers over him

And even if Taylor goes, there was great excitement over Oscar Fryer (noted this was the previous coach's team and signing). Burgess was most effective on the left and Fryer coming back from and ACL....if Taylor is sold or released I can see Burgess fitting there.

But not as a marquee, as many have said. No way.

The overseas CB is interesting and I wonder what that hold for the future of Cancar, Susnjar and Natta. A large chunk of cap (assumed) on 4 CB's that would likely start at many mid-to-lower A-League clubs is interesting. You think one would be on their way.

[plague]

Burgess was really good at Wellington and should never have gone to Sydney.

He'd be an upgrade for us if he recaptured the Nix form but screw that paying good money for a bloke looking for a rehab start.

[ForeverRed]

Newcastle Jets confirm A-League Men?s departures
The Newcastle Jets wish to confirm the departure of the following players from the 2024/25 team.

Dane Ingham, Ryan Scott, Matt Scarcella, Justin Vidić, Wellissol, Callum Timmins, Jacob Dowse, Charles M?Mombwa and Zac Bowling will all depart the Club when their contracts expire on June 30.

[Jeterpool]

Player departure announcements - Dane Ingham, Ryan Scott, Matt Scarcella, Justin Vidić, Wellissol, Callum Timmins, Jacob Dowse, Charles M’Mombwa and Zac Bowling.

Side note, I was asked to help the club with forming the details around each player. I did have their cap numbers in there to make it a bit more personalised but still, nice to see they've included some key details for those who have been around for a while.

[Mark325]

Player departure announcements - Dane Ingham, Ryan Scott, Matt Scarcella, Justin Vidić, Wellissol, Callum Timmins, Jacob Dowse, Charles M?Mombwa and Zac Bowling.

Side note, I was asked to help the club with forming the details around each player. I did have their cap numbers in there to make it a bit more personalised but still, nice to see they've included some key details for those who have been around for a while.

A little bummed about M'Mombwa, brought something different to the game but I can see why that wouldn't be every coaches preference. Also it's a very nice touch JP, hope the club want to keep it around in future.

Its also a bit of a bummer to have yet another rebuild season, the new owners really need to look at maintaining some sustainability with future seasons and minimising these huge player exodudes that feel so common with every Jets offseason

[Jeterpool]

A little bummed about M'Mombwa, brought something different to the game but I can see why that wouldn't be every coaches preference. Also it's a very nice touch JP, hope the club want to keep it around in future.

Its also a bit of a bummer to have yet another rebuild season, the new owners really need to look at maintaining some sustainability with future seasons and minimising these huge player exodudes that feel so common with every Jets offseason

I offer every year to provide that information - this year they've taken me up on the offer which is nice.

I'm not seeing such a rebuild this season. Only Timmins is departing from the First XI and honestly there's plenty of players that offer what he does.

It's a chance to build squad depth, I think

[anfield]

A little bummed about M'Mombwa, brought something different to the game but I can see why that wouldn't be every coaches preference. Also it's a very nice touch JP, hope the club want to keep it around in future.

Its also a bit of a bummer to have yet another rebuild season, the new owners really need to look at maintaining some sustainability with future seasons and minimising these huge player exodudes that feel so common with every Jets offseason

You make some good points, every year is a rebuild. Been like that for most years in the Jets history. Culture is so important, So is stability.

Liverpool only bought in Chiesa this year who hardly played, Pretty much same squad. It worked for them.

The great Man Utd, Arsenal, Man City and Chelsea teams all maintained stability. I get the A League is a selling League but the Jets aren't loosing too many there. It's all been releasing players.

It was time Ingham went, Scott for mine makes sense as long as a decent No2 keeper is recruited. Sounds like Timmins took an offer from Perth which is fair enough. But I don't get not signing Charles M'Mombwa at all. I thought he was a great addition, I thought he couldn't have done any more in his stint. He added so much effort and energy in the midfield.

What is interesting is that Mark Milligan played alot with Gui Finkler at Victory. Finkler is now a player agent, worth a call I reckon.

[Jeterpool]

New thread for next season's squad - https://www.newcastlefootball.net/forum/showthread.php?3424-2025-2026-Newcastle-Jets-Men-s-Squad

[Jeterpool]

Info about the squad regulations for the year - source here https://aleagues.com.au/news/transfer-window-when-does-it-close-a-league-men-pre-season-2025-september/


Squad regulations
Isuzu UTE A-League clubs must maintain a roster that complies with APL regulations through the course of a season.

These regulations specify an Isuzu UTE A-League squad:

a) must include a minimum of 18 players;
(b) must not exceed the maximum of 23 players;
(c) must include a minimum of two (2) goalkeepers;
(d) may include an unlimited number of youth players;
(e) include a maximum of four (4) homegrown players at any one time;
(f) may include a maximum of two (2) marquee players at any one time;
(g) may include a maximum of two (2) designated players at any one time;
(h) may include an unlimited number of loyalty players; and
(i)may include a maximum of five (5) foreign players at any one time, whereby: a maximum of two (2) Foreign Players at any one time may be under the age of 20 on or before 31 December 2025; andin relation to NZ Clubs only, such foreign players must be players other than Australian players or New Zealand players.

Clubs may also have one guest player who sits outside the Isuzu UTE A-League roster.