Auckland FC announced their first batch of player signings in late May, with four New Zealand locals to join the club for the 2024/25 A-League Men season.
"We are building a club that has a strong connection to Auckland," inaugural coach Steve Corica said, via A-Leagues.
"We wanted our first player announcements to be talented New Zealanders who have experience both locally and internationally."
The Kiwi quartet is made up of goalkeeper Michael Woud, experienced defender Francis De Vries, attacking midfielder Cameron Howieson and young talent Jesse Randall.
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The signings have continued, with Japan international Hiroki Sakai, back-to-back A-League Champion Dan Hall, and 2021-22 Johnny Warren Medal winner Jake Brimmer all joining the new side, who are putting together a strong outfit on paper.
They have also stoked the rivalry with fellow New Zealand side Wellington by announcing signing Alex Paulsen on loan from Premier League side Bournemouth.
Paulsen had a breakout season at the Phoenix last year, but his signing is pending approval from Football Australia, as it requires a change in the rules.
The Sporting News will track every Auckland FC signing below.
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Auckland FC: Every player signing for 2024/25 season
Goalkeepers
- Alex Paulsen*
- Michael Woud
- Joe Knowles
Defenders
- Francis De Vries
- Tommy Smith
- Dan Hall
- Callan Elliot
- Scott Galloway
- Hiroki Sakai
- Nando Pijnaker
Midfielders
- Cameron Howieson
- Luis Toomey
- Finn McKenlay
- Adama Coulibaly
- Oliver Middleton
- Jake Brimmer
Forwards
- Jesse Randall
- Max Mata
- Liam Gillion
- Jonty Bidois
- Joe Champness
- Logan Rogerson
*Subject to Football Australia approval
When will Auckland FC join the A-League?
Auckland will join the A-League Men competition for the 2024-25 season.
Their A-League Women entry will come a year later in 2025-26.
Who is Auckland FC's owner?
American billionaire Bill Foley is the owner of Auckland's A-Leagues licence, adding to his growing portfolio of international sporting teams.
The businessman and former attorney is best known for specialising in financial services.
His portfolio has now expanded into sports, where he notably owns NHL team Vegas Golden Knights, English Premier League side AFC Bournemouth and Ligue 1 outfit FC Lorient.
You can read more about Foley here.
