Barnsley

Austin excited about Khaled El-Ahmad’s experience both in MLS and abroad as CSO. Previously with Barnsley in England too. Will lead technical staff which currently has Dean Costalas, who joined this summer as senior VP of soccer strategy. He worked with Curtin in Philly

Aston Villa can confirm that Joe Gauci has joined Lincoln City on a season-long loan. Last term, the Australian international spent the season with Port Vale, making 41 appearances at Vale Park. Since joining Villa in February 2024, Gauci has also been on loan at Barnsley.