Cape Town City FC HubCape Town City FC's Jaedin Rhodes has signed for Austrian club SV Ried, replacing Antonio van Wyk. The 23-year-old midfielder put pen to paper on a contract that will keep him at the club until 2028, with an option for a further year.
What happened?
Rhodes was a standout performer for Cape Town City FC in the Motsepe Foundation Championship last season, scoring nine goals.
Why it matters for Cape Town City FC
The transfer is a significant move for Rhodes, who will be playing in Europe for the first time. He joins former Kaizer Chiefs captain Yusuf Maart at SV Ried.
What comes next?
Rhodes will be looking to make an impact in the Austrian Bundesliga, with SV Ried sporting director Wolfgang Fiala praising his direct style of play and ability to press opponents.
SV Ried were looking for a player to replace Antonio van Wyk, who joined Mamelodi Sundowns in a high-profile move. Fiala said: 'We were looking for a player who could match Toni’s strengths and be even more direct in front of goal.'
Rhodes believes the style of play in the Austrian Bundesliga is perfectly suited to his aggressive and energetic approach on the pitch. 'I chose SV Oberbank Ried because it has always been my dream to play in Europe,' he said.
| Player | Contract Length |
|---|---|
| Jaedin Rhodes | Until 2028 (with option for a further year) |
Rhodes will be looking to learn as much as possible and make history with the club. With his transfer complete, he will be focusing on making an impact in the Austrian Bundesliga.
