Jonathan Aspropotamitis


Jonathan Aspropotamitis, commonly known as Jonathan Aspro, is an Australian professional footballer who plays for Western United.

Career

Western Sydney Wanderers

He made his professional debut on 11 March 2015 vs Melbourne City FC in a 3–2 victory for the Western Sydney Wanderers at Pirtek Stadium.
He made his Asian Champions League debut on 7 April 2015 vs FC Seoul in a 1–1 draw at Pirtek Stadium.
"Aspro" signed his 1st professional senior contract with the Western Sydney Wanderers on 31 May 2015.
Early in the 2015–16 season Aspro got the opportunity to fill in for the experienced Alberto Aguilar who sustained an injury in the round 4 encounter v Perth Glory. An assured display from the young centre back, coupled with the Wanderers first win of the season, lead to his selection over the following weeks.
A string of solid performances lead the Wanderers to move quickly and extend the young centre backs contract for a further 2 seasons, Wanderers CEO said of the signing “We think he will continue to develop here and really go to the next level as a centre back. He has the maturity, the composure and the determination to become a very important player for this club and we are delighted to have him sign for an additional two years.”

Central Coast Mariners

On 14 May 2018, the Western Sydney Wanderers announced the departure of Aspro, who was then signed by the Central Coast Mariners on a one-year deal.

Western United

On 15 April 2019 Aspro signed a 2 year deal for new A-League side Western United.

International career

In January 2017 Aspro was named in the Australian u/23 side for a camp that was to be the first part of preparation for the 2018 AFC U23 Asian Cup, which will stage its qualifiers in July 2017.
In July 2017 was named in the Australian U-23’s National Team to compete at the AFC U-23 Championship China 2018 Qualifiers held in Myanmar.
Aspro played in all 3 games, captaining his country on each occasion, while being voted Man of the Match by the AFC in the first match and scoring a goal in the final match.

Personal life

Educated at Newington College. He is of Greek ancestry.

Honours

Western Sydney Wanderers