Ivory Coast Import Jonas Salley commenced pre-season training with Adelaide United Football Club this morning at Santos Stadium, with the majority of the United squad back in training for Version 3 of the Hyundai A-League.

Salley looked in sharp condition, as AUFC Coach Aurelio Vidmar and Assistant Coach Phil Stubbins took the squad through a light training session for the first time for Season 2007/08.

The 25 year old defensive midfielder arrived in Adelaide on Saturday, saying he “felt very welcome” and is looking forward to the upcoming Hyundai A-League season.

When asked by the media what kind of a player he is, an unassuming Salley said in his French accent “I am a modest player, and there’s nothing really special about me. I’m a defensive midfielder, but I don’t know where I’ll play with Adelaide. Every game we want to win and not go out to break the legs.” he said

Prior to his arrival in Adelaide, Salley had been playing in the Victorian Premier League with Sunshine George Cross. Salley was a part of the New Zealand Knight last season, and enjoyed playing at Hindmarsh Stadium.

Jonas was presented with the number 15 strip by Aurelio Vidmar at the conclusion of training.

Vidmar said, “With Salley’s addition in the squad, he adds the necessary steel in the team that’s required to succeed.”

New signing’s Paul Agostino and Cassio also joined the squad for their first training session, with only Kristian Sarkies, Nathan Burns and Shaun Ontong absent.

Adelaide United won the 06/07 Pre-Season Cup, and again will tackle last season’s Hyundai A-League Premiers and Champions Melbourne Victory in Round 1 of the 2007 Pre-Season Cup on Sunday 15 July at Aurora Stadium in Launceston.

Mols to make decision at homeWednesday, 20 June 2007
Perth Glory has given Dutch striker Michael Mols time to return home to make his decision on whether he’ll play for the club in the Hyundai A-League 2007/08 season.

The 36 year old and his family thoroughly enjoyed their time in Perth during a flying five day visit and will weigh-up their options over the next week and a half in Holland before making a final decision.