Transfers
David Aizawa has also left J.League outfit Vissel Kobe for Division 2 side Oita Trinita on loan, with Melbourne City adding Brazilian midfielder Matheus Rossetto to their squad.
Singapore champions Lion City Sailors signed Phaeton from Bulgarian side CSKA Sofia on a three-year contract.
The 26-year-old forward spent the previous campaign on loan with FC Zurich, netting eight goals in 27 appearances, having previously featured in France for Grenoble and Guingamp.
Capable of operating centrally or from the left, Phaeton will add pace and versatility to the Sailors’ attack as they prepare to compete in the AFC Champions League Two™ and ASEAN Club Championship.
“I enjoy that kind of challenge, and I’ll do everything I can to help take this club to another level in the region,” said Phaeton.
Phaeton, who has represented Guadeloupe at three editions of the CONCACAF Gold Cup, added the Sailors’ ambition and commitment to securing his services convinced him to move to Singapore despite receiving offers from Europe.
Ko heads to Indonesia
Dewa United secured the services of Ko from Thai champions Buriram United as the Indonesian side continued reshaping their squad ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Dewa United secured the services of Ko from Thai champions Buriram United as the Indonesian side continued reshaping their squad ahead of the 2026/27 season.
The 30-year-old centre-back will reunite with head coach Osmar Loss, having worked under the Brazilian during Buriram’s trophy-laden 2024/25 campaign.
Ko, who is expected to add leadership and experience to Dewa United’s backline, said the club’s professional environment and the opportunity to work with Loss again were major factors behind his decision.
“I believe Indonesia is a country with an extraordinary passion for football,” said the former Suwon Samsung Bluewings and Daegu FC defender. “Dewa United are a great club with a very professional environment, and I really wanted to be part of this club.”
Aizawa joins Oita on loan
Vissel Kobe forward Aizawa joined Oita Trinita on a year-long loan spell.
Vissel Kobe forward Aizawa joined Oita Trinita on a year-long loan spell.
The 22-year-old, who will wear the No.45 shirt, will not be eligible to represent Oita in matches against his parent club during the loan period.
“I will give everything for Oita Trinita’s victories and objectives,” the towering Aizawa, who will look to gain regular first-team football.
Rossetto joins Melbourne City
A-League club Melbourne City added Rossetto to their squad on a season-long loan from Brazilian side Fortaleza.
A-League club Melbourne City added Rossetto to their squad on a season-long loan from Brazilian side Fortaleza.
The 30-year-old arrives with more than 200 senior appearances from spells in Brazil and Major League Soccer, where he spent four seasons with Atlanta United.
Rossetto also helped Athletico Paranaense win the Copa Sudamericana and Copa do Brasil before continuing his career in the United States and later joining Fortaleza.
“I’m very happy to be joining Melbourne City and excited for this new challenge in Australia,” said midfielder Rossetto. “I want to bring everything I’ve learned throughout my career, help the team however I can and do everything possible to contribute to a successful season.”
The addition of Rossetto to City’s roster will provide further balance to Aurelio Vidmar’s squad.
Photo: Lion City Sailors
