Bruno Fornaroli transitions to Melbourne Victory’s Football Department

Melbourne Victory confirms that striker Bruno Fornaroli will transition from his on-field role to an off-field role with the Club.

With his playing contract having expired at the end of the 2024/25 A-League season, Fornaroli’s focus will switch to working across the Club’s football department in key areas of talent management and talent identification.

“I am very grateful for my time as a player with Melbourne Victory and for all of the love and support I have received from the fans”, said Fornaroli.

“We had a great three seasons with two Grand Finals, helping me get back into the Socceroos where I had an opportunity to play in the Asian Cup, which is a highlight for any footballer.

“I am really happy to be given the opportunity to continue contributing to the Club’s growth off the field, where I think my international experience and love of the game can help our players and our teams.”

Fornaroli, who is currently studying business management, will not be hanging up his boots and, as someone now entrenched in the Melbourne football community, looks forward to continuing to play locally in conjunction with his Melbourne Victory role.

Melbourne Victory Director of Football, John Didulica, said it was important to give Fornaroli time and space at the end of the season to work through what he wanted his next steps within football to be.

“Bruno has a special place in everybody’s hearts, so we are delighted that he is continuing with Melbourne Victory, albeit in an off-field role,” said Didulica.

“Like everyone who follows Australian football, we have loved the highlights and moments that Bruno brought to our sport. He plays football with the passion of a fan, which is why he has become such an iconic figure for Melbourne Victory and for the A-League in general.

“Bruno’s knowledge and passion for football is second to none, so to be able to draw on his expertise and international networks will ensure he continues to have a positive impact on Victory and our players.”

Finishing his career in the A-Leagues with 113 goals to his name and 75 appearances for Melbourne Victory, Fornaroli goes down as one of the finest footballers in the league’s history and fan favourite for his stint in navy blue.

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