ROLANDO AARONS has joined Slovenian league leaders NK Celje after six months without a club.
The former Newcastle winger is back in the game following his release from Huddersfield at the end of last season.
Celje announced the 28-year-old's arrival on Monday following a successful trial.
Upon signing for the club, Aarons said: "I am happy that I got the opportunity to become a part of Celje after passing the trial period.
"The team is of high quality, and I want to contribute everything I can.
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"When I received the offer, I had to do some research, but after the first few training sessions, I realised that the league table reflects the quality.
"I also watched two matches and believe that Celje is what I currently need as the next step in my career.
"I have arrived at the right time, as the winter preparation period gives me a chance to make up for the half-season I didn't play.
"I want to return to the level I have already shown. With my performances, I want to help the club win titles and play in Europe."
Aarons had been tipped as one of England's most promising talents after breaking into the Newcastle team in 2014.
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He was even billed as the "new Raheem Sterling" following his Premier League debut as an 18-year-old.
The former England youth international went on to score four goals in 27 appearances for the Magpies.
He left St. James' Park in 2021 after loan spells in Italy, the Czech Republic, Scotland and the Football League.
Aarons spent two-and-a-half years with Huddersfield following his Newcastle exit before being released in 2023.
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