The A-League commissioner has revealed that talks are ongoing regarding the sale of a licence for a Canberra franchise, with a decision expected within the next two to three weeks. The league had announced Canberra and Auckland as expansion destinations in March 2023, aiming to award the licences by June. While Auckland's preferred bidder was confirmed in October, the Canberra licence remains unclaimed.
The consortium interested in the Canberra franchise comprises individuals from the football and investment sectors, with ties to a European club. Despite progress in negotiations, certain details still need to be finalized before the licence can be awarded. Various bodies, including the Foreign Investment Review Board and Football Australia, are also involved in the process.
