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In the heart of Sabah FC's preparations for the upcoming Malaysian League season, three new import players have been signed, bolstering the team's roster. Among these new additions is Dane Ingham, a 26-year-old defender hailing from New Zealand who's worn the All Whites jersey eleven times. Formerly of A-League club Newcastle Jets, Dane's confident about the humid climate and his ability to gel with his teammates, aiming for shared success.
Joining the squad is 24-year-old Australian-born midfielder Dean Pelekanos, previously of Western Sydney Wanderers. Although the humidity took him by surprise, Dean was impressed by the training quality and the warm welcome from his new teammates.
Bosnian striker Ajdin Mujagic, 27, rounds out the signings. With an impressive 15 goals last season for Croatian second division team NK BSK Bijelo Brdo, Ajdin is set to bring his scoring prowess to the Rhinos.
The Rhinos have also announced the return of local stars Badrul Affendy and Maxsius Musa. Badrul, a defender from Penampang, is back after a season with PDRM FC, while Maxsius, a nimble forward from Keningau, dons the Sabah jersey once more, having last played for the club in 2023.
While details on Dane Ingham's career statistics and accomplishments are not readily available, his international career includes representing the All Whites and participating in regional tournaments like the OFC Nations Cup and FIFA World Cup qualifiers. For a comprehensive overview of his career, consult official sports databases, the New Zealand Football Federation, or club records.
- The Rhinos have bolstered their team with international signings, including Dane Ingham, a defender from New Zealand who has played for the All Whites.
- The Malay-based squad has also recruited Dean Pelekanos, a midfielder born in Australia, who previously played for Western Sydney Wanderers in the international arena.
- Ajdin Mujagic, a striker from Bosnia, has also joined Sabah FC, boasting an impressive 15 goals last season in the Croatian second division, and will bring his scoring prowess to the Malaysian League during the upcoming season.
