Western Sydney Wanderers are set to enhance their squad with the return of Nicolas Milanovic, a player who has previously made a significant impact at the club. The 24-year-old winger is rejoining the Wanderers after a challenging stint with Scottish Premiership side Aberdeen.

Milanovic's Journey Back to the Wanderers

Milanovic left the Wanderers following a standout 2024-25 season, during which he won the Johnny Warren Medal. However, his time at Aberdeen during the 2025-26 season did not go as planned, leading to a disappointing campaign that ultimately dashed his hopes of being included in the Socceroos’ FIFA World Cup squad. After returning to Australia for the off-season, he briefly rejoined Aberdeen for pre-season training but is now heading back to Sydney after reaching an agreement with the Wanderers. This move comes as the club looks to rebuild under new coach Ufuk Talay following a tough season that saw them finish at the bottom of the league.

Other Transfer News

In other developments, Adelaide United's Yaya Dukuly is on the verge of a move to European champions NK Celje after an impressive spell with the Reds. The 23-year-old winger has attracted interest from abroad following his performances last season. Celje, who recently won the Slovenian top-flight title, are preparing for the UEFA Champions League second qualifying round and appear to be the frontrunners for Dukuly's signature.

Additionally, Socceroos assistant coach Hayden Foxe is among the candidates to take over as coach of Auckland FC after the departure of championship-winning coach Steve Corica, who has moved to Japanese club Yokohama F. Marinos. Meanwhile, veteran defender Brendan Hamill has extended his contract with Melbourne Victory for another year, expressing his happiness to continue at a club that holds significant meaning for him.

As the A-League prepares for the upcoming season, the return of Milanovic is a promising development for the Wanderers as they aim to improve their fortunes.