Brisbane Roar have signed Costa Rica international Youstin Salas for the Isuzu UTE A-League 2025-26 season.
Salas joins the Roar on a season-long loan deal from Sporting San Jose FC, where he was on loan from parent club Deportivo Saprissa since January 2025.
It marks a return to the A-Leagues for the 29-year-old right-back, who made 12 appearances for Wellington Phoenix in 2024.
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Salas, who featured at the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup where he helped Costa Rica take down Japan, brings title-winning pedigree to Brisbane.
He won the 2018-19 CONCACAF League with CS Herediano, along with four Costa Rica League titles at Deportivo Saprissa and Herediano.
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“I’m extremely happy to be joining Brisbane Roar”, Youstin says.
“The football club is building in an exciting direction, and I can’t wait to play in Brisbane colours and give my all for the fans this season.”
Salas’ arrival continues Brisbane’s rebuild under new head coach Michael Valkanis.
The Roar have also recruited Milorad Stajic, James McGarry, Hosine Bility, Michael Ruhs, Dean Bouzanis, Christoper Long, Justin Vidic, Dimitri Valkanis (loan) and Georgios Vrakas for 2025-26.
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“I’m excited to welcome Youstin to Brisbane Roar”, said head coach Valkanis.
“I believe his experience from playing in South America and the A-League will help the squad greatly.
“His defensive capabilities paired with his ability to get up and down the field will make him a crucial member of the team this season.”
