Melbourne City have signed American attacker Cariel Ellis on a one-year deal heading into the 2024-25 Liberty A-League season.
This represents the first professional contract of the 23-year-old’s career as she arrives from the United States’ college system, where she made 50 appearances across stints with Lamar University (2022-23) and the University of Tennessee (2021).
Ellis starred for Lamar University, scoring 18 goals and supplying a further 12 assists in 34 matches.
“I’m so happy to be joining a club of Melbourne City’s stature,” Ellis said.
“I’ve heard great things about the club, and I can’t wait to meet my new teammates, the fans, and to make a positive impact both on and off the pitch.
“I’m not coming for a holiday. I’m here to win.”
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Ellis is City’s fifth new signing after Alexia Apostolakis, Mariana Speckmaier, Malena Mieres and Emilia Murray.
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“For the first time ever, our Women’s team are facing the exciting challenge of both continental and domestic football, and Cariel is the type of player we think can help us in the chase for more on-field success,” said director of football Michael Petrillo.
“She’s an exciting attacking player, and her ability to create chances and score goals should give our fans a lot to look forward to this season.”
