Melbourne City have signed versatile former Argentina youth international defender German Ferreyra ahead of the 2024-25 Isuzu UTE A-League season.
Ferreyra has signed a two-year deal with City, tying the Velez Sarsfield product to the Melbourne-based club until the end of the 2025-26 campaign, having spent the past three years at Russian side Enisey Krasnoyarsk.
The 28-year-old, who has represented Argentina at Under-17 and U20 level and scored twice at the 2013 FIFA U17 World Cup, can play in multiple positions across defence and midfield.
“German’s versatility and style of play make him an exciting addition to our squad, and a player that I think the fans will really enjoy watching play,” said City’s director of football Michael Petrillo.
“Being able to play across numerous positions enhances our tactical options, and his aggressive defending and attacking mindset brings an important dynamic to our team.
“He’s a physical, hard-working defender, and a player that I don’t think will take long to adapt to our style of play.”
Ferreyra progressed through the youth ranks at Velez Sarsfield – one of the most successful team’s in Argentina.
He also had two stints on loan at Arsenal de Sarandi in Argentina before playing for Chilean outfit Union La Calera and Russian club Akron Tolyatti.
In 2021, Ferreyra joined Krasnoyarsk, where he scored four goals and supplied four assists in 85 appearances for the second-tier side.
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“I am so happy to be joining Melbourne City. They’re a club who have won a lot of trophies in recent times and we share the same ambition for success, so it is an exciting opportunity for
me,” Ferreyra said.
“I’ve heard many good things about the lifestyle in Melbourne, and the facilities at the Club look amazing.
“I can’t wait to get started, meet my new teammates, the coaches and of course, the City fans. I’m committed to giving my all to help the team achieve more success on the pitch.”
Ferreyra’s arrival comes on the back of Kai Trewin, Marco Tilio (on loan from Celtic) and Medin Memeti (promoted) signing deals at City.
