Vancouver Whitecaps Sign Australian Winger Garang Kuol Bovalina

The Vancouver Whitecaps have acquired 19-year-old Australian winger Garang Kuol Bovalina from Adelaide United FC. Bovalina signed a contract with the Whitecaps through 2026, with club options for 2027 and 2028.

Bovalina started 18 of his 23 appearances for Adelaide, scoring a goal and adding two assists. He came up through Adelaide's academy and has made one appearance for the Australian under-23 national team.

Whitecaps sporting director Axel Schuster described Bovalina as "one of the top players in his position" in the Australian A-League. Schuster said Bovalina "brings qualities at both ends of the pitch" and that they are "happy that we were able to convince him that we are the right club with our plan and pathway."

Bovalina, who is 5-foot-8 and 155 pounds, said he is excited to join the Whitecaps and will "work hard and give my all for Vancouver."

The Whitecaps are currently second in the Western Conference with a 5-2-1 record and are coming off a 2-0 win over Seattle. They will next play on the road against the New York Red Bulls before returning home to BC Place for their 50th anniversary match against Austin FC.

The signing of Bovalina, a promising young international talent, bolsters the Whitecaps' attacking options as they look to continue their strong start to the 2024 MLS season. At just 19 years old, Bovalina has the potential to develop into a key contributor for Vancouver in the years to come.

Key Takeaways

• Whitecaps acquire 19-year-old Australian winger Garang Kuol Bovalina from Adelaide United.
• Bovalina signed a contract with Whitecaps through 2026, with club options for 2027 and 2028.
• Whitecaps sporting director Axel Schuster praised Bovalina as one of the top players in his position.
• Whitecaps are currently second in the Western Conference with a 5-2-1 record.
• Signing of Bovalina bolsters Whitecaps' attacking options for the 2024 MLS season.