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Melbourne Victory has bolstered its defence for the upcoming season, signing Olyroo Giancarlo Gallifuoco from EPL side, Swansea.

Gallifuoco captained Swansea's Under-21 team last season, but rejected an offer to continue playing in the Under-21 side.

The 21-year-old played for Tottenham for two and half years in the U21 Premier League before joining Swansea last season.

โ€œI knew this upcoming season would be critical for my careerโ€ Gallifuoco told foxsports.com.au.

โ€œI knew I would need to be mentored by the correct manager, play as many games as possible and play for a club where I could really put my head down and focus on propelling myself towards the future.

โ€œWhen I received a phone call from Kevin Muscat, aware of his accomplishments as not only a player in my position, but as a manager, I knew straight away that Kevin would be able to help me solidify my foundation as a first team player and progress me to the best of my ability.โ€

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