Patryk Klimala Enhances Sydney FC’s A-League Prospects
Patryk Klimala Joins Sydney FC
Sydney FC have bolstered their attacking options with the addition of former Celtic striker Patryk Klimala. Klimala joins the A-League Men club on loan for the upcoming season from top-tier Polish club Slask Wroclaw, with an option to buy for the next season.
Excitement for the AFC Champions League
He has arrived in Australia as the Sky Blues prepare for their first AFC Champions League hit-out against Hong Kong club Eastern FC on September 19. “I’m thrilled to be joining Sydney FC at an extremely exciting time for the club and for the A-League,” the former Polish youth international said in a club statement.
- “I’ve heard a lot about the passion for football in Australia,” said Klimala.
- “I’m excited by Sydney FC’s playing style.”
- “I understand Sydney FC has a rich history of winning trophies.”
Klimala will be looking for more game time after featuring in four matches for the Slask Wroclaw reserves team in 2024.
Career Highlights
Beginning his club career in Poland, the 26-year-old sealed a move to Celtic in 2020 and won the Scottish Premiership and two Scottish Cups. He moved on to Major League Soccer club New York Red Bulls in 2021, scoring 14 goals and providing 11 assists across two seasons.
- Klimala will wear No.9 jersey after the on-loan Brazilian left the club.
- “Patryk is a player we’ve had our eyes on for some time,” said Sydney coach Ufuk Talay.
“He’s got great speed... and his work rate is exceptional.”
Klimala is the latest in a clutch of international additions by Sydney, joining Brazilians Douglas Costa and Leo Sena, and German midfielder Anas Ouahim. The club is still seeking a central defender.
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