Tara Murray
Winger Christian Theoharous’ immediate impact since joining Western United training has seen him earn a two-year scholarship contract.
The 21-year-old returns to the A-League after spending the three seasons in Germany with Borussia Monchengladbach II.
Theoharous has trained with United the last month.
“It’s an honour to play for such an ambitious club and the camaraderie around the group is special,” he said.
“You can see everyone involved in the club is motivated and wants to win, which is very infectious. I can’t wait to be playing in front of the fans this season.”
Theoharous made his debut in the A-League as an 18-year-old with Melbourne Victory.
He played a significant part in Victory’s 2017-18 championship and he also played six games in the Asian Champions League.
United head coach John Aloisi has been impressed by Theoharous’ impact in training as well as his mix of experience, talent and hunger to improve.
“Christian has been absolutely first-class since he came in and has really made a big impression on the rest of the group,” he said.
“With everything he’s picked up in Germany and the experience he already has in this league, he will be a really valuable addition to our side.
“He can play on the wing or through the middle for us. He’s really skilled on the ball, works incredibly hard and is eager to keep improving. We can’t wait to keep seeing him grow in our shirt and contribute on the pitch this season.”
Meanwhile, United will be in action next week in the first round of the national stage of the FFA Cup. A-League teams will be playing their first match of the tournament.
United will face Newcastle Jets on Saturday night at GMHBA Stadium at 7pm. The fixture had been delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and border closures.
The winner will place Wellington Phoenix.
