Auckland United FC midfielder Oli Middleton signs with Auckland FC

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that Auckland United FC midfielder Oliver Middleton has signed a Scholarship Contract with professional A-League side Auckland FC.

Oli joins five other rising stars who have secured their maiden professional contracts with Luis Toomey (Eastern Suburbs AFC), Liam Gillion (Auckland City FC), Finn Mckenlay (Eastern Suburbs AFC), Adama Coulibaly (Western Springs AFC) and Jonty Bidois (Tauranga City AFC) also joining the Black Knights on scholarship deals.

Auckland FC says this initiative underpins their commitment to providing the next generation of local footballers with a pathway to achieve their professional dreams.

“These new appointments just reinforce our commitment to Auckland and football in New Zealand”, said Head Coach, Steve Corica.

“Developing local players is at the core of what we do, and these early announcements reflect that”

“What we’re building here is momentum and today is another significant milestone for the club.”

We’ll miss you Oli, but we couldn’t be more proud!