Australian winger Raphael signs for Coventry City

Coventry City have signed winger Raphael Borges Rodrigues from Macarthur in the Australian A-League on a four-year deal.

The 20-year-old has scored six goals in 33 appearances for the South Western Sydney club after joining them from top rivals Melbourne City in July 2023.

The Netherlands-born Australia under-23 international, known as Raphael, is Coventry’s first signing of the summer.

“He is a talented and athletic winger who has just enjoyed an impressive 2023-24 campaign,” Sky Blues boss Mark Robins said.

“Rapha has some great attributes and a willingness to work and learn and I’m sure we will enjoy his development during his time with us.”

Coventry, who were beaten by Manchester United on penalties in the FA Cup semi-finals, finished ninth in the Championship.