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James Overy transfers from Manchester United to Sydney FC on permanent deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 6:35 PM

Last updated Sep 7, 2026

James Overy transfers from Manchester United to Sydney FC on permanent deal

Summary

Manchester United has confirmed the departure of defender James Overy, who joins Australian club Sydney FC on a permanent transfer. The Perth-born full-back signed with the English side in 2024 but will now return to his home country ahead of the A-League season start in October. While the initial move involves no transfer fee, Manchester United included clauses that allow the club to profit from future sales of the player. Overy expressed that the decision to leave was difficult but necessary to begin his professional career after training at Old Trafford. He consulted with Darren Fletcher before finalizing the move away from the academy. Manchester United continues its campaign on Thursday with a Champions League match against Sabah.

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•James Overy signed with Sydney FC following his stint at Manchester United.
•The A-League season is scheduled to begin in October.
•Manchester United will not receive an initial transfer fee for the defender.
•The contract includes clauses for the club to receive payment from future sales.
•Manchester United faces Sabah on Thursday in the Champions League.

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6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Official: James Overy joins Sydney FC on permanent deal from Man United

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1 Manchester United have announced that defensive starlet James Overy has sealed a return to Australian outfit Sydney FC.Overy leavesThe Perth-born Overy signed for United in 2024 after impressing the...
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