Western United adds Alex Nassiep to talented first team ranks

Alex Nassiep Western United A-League Men

Western United has added another explosive young talent to its Isuzu UTE A-League Men roster, securing goalkeeper Alex Nassiep to the longest contract in the Club’s history.

The 18-year-old has committed until June 2028, seeing him spend the next three-and-a-half years developing his trade at Ironbark Fields.

Standing at 194cm tall (6ft 4in), Nassiep has been in the Western United Academy since 2023 and risen through the ranks.

Alex Nassiep has created a little piece of history at Western United

His height and speed off his line make him a terrifying sight for opposition strikers while his distribution skills suit the exciting, attacking brand of football that United wishes to play.

Prior to that, Nassiep has also represented Australia at Under-17 level having made his name at home in Queensland.

Having impressed Michael Theo and first team staff in training over a number of months, Nassiep has earned a senior contract and is ready to take the next step.

“Signing my first contract means everything to me. I’ve been working my whole life to get to where I am today,” he said.

“I feel very privileged that the coaching staff and the Club have put plenty of faith in me. No I just need to give back to them.

“I’m very lucky to be able to work day in, day out with Michael Theo – he has been a big impact on where I’ve gotten to today. Obviously John Aloisi is one of the biggest names in Australian football, so it is an honour to be coached under him as well.”

Western United General Manager of Football Mal Impiombato said the Club had extremely high hopes for Nassiep’s development.

“Alex is someone that we have been incredibly impressed with since he joined our Academy and we are delighted to be able to offer him a scholarship contract,” he said.

“He has performed superbly in the NPL space while also having an impact in first team training opportunities with his quality as well as his work ethic and character.

“Alex joins a talented group of goalkeepers being led by Michael Theo and we are incredibly excited to watch him develop alongside the remainder of our squad.”

Nassiep becomes the ninth player to sign a first senior contract directly from the Western United Academy since the beginning of the 2024/25 season.

Alex and the Western United team full of exhilarating youngsters are back in action at Ironbark Fields on Wednesday 29 January against Central Coast Mariners. Secure your tickets today.