The Newcastle Jets are delighted to confirm that Ethan Debono has signed with the Club’s senior team for the 2026/27 season
The 20-year-old winger has spent the last two years with the Club’s youth team, scoring 22 goals in 44 games in Football NSW League One. He was also rewarded with a senior debut with the Club in the 2025 Australia Cup, coming off the bench in the Round of 32 against Adelaide United.
Ethan has also represented Malta at U19 level, scoring once in three appearances.
“I am very proud and excited to have signed my first pro contract with the Newcastle Jets. I am eager to work hard and contribute to the team’s success in the upcoming A-League season and Asian Champions League campaign. I’m looking forward to continuing my learning and development under Mark Milligan and the coaching staff, as well as repaying the belief that has been shown in me. I can’t wait to run out and play in front of the supporters and make many special memories in 2026/27.”
A-League Men’s Head Coach Mark Milligan said,
“Ethan is a player who has continued to put in hard work and bide his time for his opportunity. I’m delighted to give him that. He has the potential to grow even more and we look forward to seeing his growth over this season.
Ethan brings a lot of excitement in the forward area and he will be a valuable addition to our squad in 26/27.”
Debono will continue to wear the number 46 in the AFC Champions League Elite, however he will wear the number 17 in the A-League Men’s competition.
