Melbourne Victory confirm exit of key defender following loan spell

Melbourne Victory confirm exit of key defender following loan spell

Melbourne Victory have confirmed defender Sebastian Esposito won’t be returning to the club for the 2026/27 Isuzu UTE A-League season. The 21-year-old joined Victory ahead of the 25/26 campaign on loan from Italian Serie A side Lecce and quickly became an integral part of the club’s defence. Esposito started 22 of 24 games for Victory last season, scoring two goals in the process, but now returns to Italy in a bid to secure first team football d…

Esposito returns to his parent club

Melbourne Victory can confirm the departure of Sebastian Esposito.  The 21-year-old defender returns to his parent club Lecce following the expiry of his season-long loan.   During 2025/26, Esposito made 24 Isuzu UTE A-League appearances and scored two goals.  Melbourne Victory Director of Football, John Didulica, commented:  “Sebastian was a fantastic contributor last season, and it was reaffirming to see his growth as a player and leader withi…