Floriana FC have confirmed the signing of wingback Myles Beerman, completing a move they had been pursuing for several months.

The Premier League leaders finally secured the lateral defender on Thursday after sustained interest, with Birkirkara also reportedly monitoring the former Rangers player before withdrawing from the race, allowing Floriana to move in.

In a statement, Floriana announced:
“Floriana FC is pleased to confirm the signing of Myles Beerman, who returns to the club where his football journey began after joining from Sliema Wanderers FC.

“A product of the Floriana FC nursery, Myles first donned the green shirt during his formative years, and his return represents a special homecoming for both player and club. Since then, he has gone on to build a solid career, gaining experience both locally and abroad, including spells with Manchester City and Rangers in Scotland, and developing into a reliable and versatile defender.

“Myles has also represented Malta at various youth levels as well as with the senior national team, bringing valuable experience to our squad.

“We are delighted to welcome Myles back to Floriana FC and look forward to seeing his contribution on the pitch.”

Beerman, meanwhile, took to social media to bid an emotional farewell to Sliema Wanderers, expressing his gratitude to the club and its officials, particularly vice-president Walter Arciola, secretary Alex Muscat and former vice-president Andrea Zammit Tabona.

“All good things come to an end,” Beerman wrote.
“Words can’t describe the appreciation I have for this club — the club that made me fall in love with football again after the darkest patch of my life. We battled through tough moments together and succeeded together.

“A huge thank you to my teammates, coaches, technical staff, everyone from the nursery to the senior team, and all the supporters. You were my second family for six years.

“A special thanks goes to vice-president Walter Arciola, club secretary Alex Muscat and former vice-president Andrea Zammit Tabona for their commitment and the work they did for me and for the club.

“I wish the club all the very best for the future, and once again, thank you for everything. Our moments together will forever be cherished in my heart.”