City sign Spurs youngster on loan
Melbourne City made it two forward signings in the space of 24 hours when they brought in youngster Shayon Harrison from Tottenham Hotspur.
The 21-year-old, who has made one first-team appearance for Spurs, has joined on loan for the rest of the A-League season.
Harrison has played 50 times for Tottenham's Premier League 2 side and has previously spent time on loan with Yeovil Town and Southend United.
His signing follows that of Australia international Jamie Maclaren from Darmstadt.
City coach Warren Joyce said he had been aware of Harrison for a few years and had followed his development.
"He's a young player with pace and creativity, and a bright future ahead of him," he said.
"Shayon's energy and talent will give the boys a good lift for the back half of the season, and we're confident we have the right environment to allow him to continue his impressive development this season."
Harrison is expected to be available for the match against Adelaide on 9th February if his visa is cleared.
Joyce will give him the chance to make an impact in the A-League, but he's indicated there will be no way back for former Golden Boot winner Bruno Fornaroli.
The Uruguayan was shopped around during the transfer window, but didn't find a suitable deal.
He's reported to have signed for Perth Glory for next season, staying with City until then without having any hope of getting back into the side.
Asked after the signing of Maclaren whether that could mean the two internationals link up front, Joyce said it was "very doubtful".
He added: "We've got Jamie coming in who's committed to the cause and wants to do well for the club and really we're just looking to integrate him with the players who have done tremendously well."
City are 14/5 to win their next game against Sydney FC, who are 1/1 with the draw 5/2.
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Melbourne City made it two forward signings in the space of 24 hours when they brought in youngster Shayon Harrison from Tottenham Hotspur.
The 21-year-old, who has made one first-team appearance for Spurs, has joined on loan for the rest of the A-League season.
Harrison has played 50 times for Tottenham's Premier League 2 side and has previously spent time on loan with Yeovil Town and Southend United.
His signing follows that of Australia international Jamie Maclaren from Darmstadt.
City coach Warren Joyce said he had been aware of Harrison for a few years and had followed his development.
"He's a young player with pace and creativity, and a bright future ahead of him," he said.
"Shayon's energy and talent will give the boys a good lift for the back half of the season, and we're confident we have the right environment to allow him to continue his impressive development this season."
Harrison is expected to be available for the match against Adelaide on 9th February if his visa is cleared.
Joyce will give him the chance to make an impact in the A-League, but he's indicated there will be no way back for former Golden Boot winner Bruno Fornaroli.
The Uruguayan was shopped around during the transfer window, but didn't find a suitable deal.
He's reported to have signed for Perth Glory for next season, staying with City until then without having any hope of getting back into the side.
Asked after the signing of Maclaren whether that could mean the two internationals link up front, Joyce said it was "very doubtful".
He added: "We've got Jamie coming in who's committed to the cause and wants to do well for the club and really we're just looking to integrate him with the players who have done tremendously well."
City are 14/5 to win their next game against Sydney FC, who are 1/1 with the draw 5/2.
View all Soccer betting
Source: bet365.com
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