Western Sydney Wanderers’ teenage star Talia Younis will remain in Red and Black after inking a new contract extension with the club.
The 17-year-old shone for the Wanderers during the 2025-26 Ninja A-League campaign and has now put pen-to-paper on a new one-year deal.
A product of the Wanderers Academy, Younis has rapidly established herself as one of the competition’s most exciting young players since making her senior debut during the 2023-24 season.
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Talia Younis of Western Sydney Wanderers FC
In February this year, Younis reached a remarkable milestone in the Wanderers’ clash against Melbourne City, becoming one of the youngest players in Ninja A-League history to make 50 appearances in the competition at just 17 years of age.
“Talia is someone I’ve personally known since she was kid coming along to watch her brother’s games when I was coaching him, so now to see the player she has become is incredibly special,” said Western Sydney Wanderers Ninja A-League coach Geoff Abrahams.
“I’ve watched her grow from a talented young footballer into a player that can genuinely dominate games at A-League level.
“She’s a proud Western Sydney local who has come through both our Academy pathways and excelled in all environments.
“In my opinion, Talia is the most talented young player in Australia and we’re incredible proud that she’ll continue her journey with the Wanderers for another season.”
Her outstanding 2025/26 campaign was recognised at the Wanderers Awards Night where Younis claimed both the A-League Women’s Members’ Player of the Year Award and the prestigious Player of the Year Award, further cementing her status as one of the league’s premier young talents.
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“I’m really excited and I’m keen to help bring success back to the club and give it my all every game,” said Younis, after news of her deal was made official.
“I love the Wanderers culture and all the people. I feel like the last few years have helped me grow individually and as a footballer, I’m keen to continue.
“I’d like to thank the members and the fans for all their support and I hope that we can repay you next season.”
Younis’ performances at club level have also earned national recognition representing Australia in the CommBank Junior Matildas squad for the AFC Under-17 Women’s Asian Cup in 2024.
Western Sydney Wanderers Football Director Mal Impiombato said the club was proud to secure one of the country’s most exciting young talents, with the extension reflecting a shared commitment to the future of the women’s program.
“The club is pleased to secure the signature of the brightest young talent in the country. The commitment of Talia and the club to extend her deal is a statement of intent from both parties as we look to build for the 2026/27 A-League Women’s season.”
