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Usain Bolt turns down two-year Valletta offer

'The Valletta FC offer is always on the table'

By Richard Cooke

Last Updated: 18/10/18 7:50am

Usain Bolt has yet to be offered a contract by Central Coast Mariners
Usain Bolt has yet to be offered a contract by Central Coast Mariners

Eight-time Olympic champion Usain Bolt has turned down a two-year contract offer from Maltese club Valletta, his agent says.

The 32-year-old Jamaican remains on trial with A-League club Central Coast Mariners in Australia and scored twice in a friendly win last week.

Ricky Simms, Bolt's agent, told ESPN: "There is a lot of interest in Usain playing football.

"We regularly receive similar approaches. I can confirm Usain does not wish to pursue this opportunity in Malta."

Valletta FC chief executive and managing director Ghasston Slimen told ESPN: "We wish Usain Bolt all the best with his football career.

"The Valletta FC offer is always on the table."

Bolt scored twice against Macarthur South West United
Bolt scored twice against Macarthur South West United

Australia's domestic A-League season starts this weekend, with the Mariners away to Brisbane Roar on Sunday.

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With no contract, Bolt is not eligible for selection.

Club chief executive Shaun Mielekamp said this week the Jamaican "will continue his indefinite training period until any further notice".

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