Adelaide United's Josh Cavallo is set to sign with a European club, after leaving the A-League club upon the expiration of his contract. The 25-year-old, one of just a handful of out gay players in men’s pro soccer, will be leaving Australia to pursue an opportunity overseas. Josh Cavallo has not made a first-team appearance since February 2024, due to injuries and selection issues. He grew into the role of LGBTQ athlete advocate during his time at Adelaide United, but his soccer career has been repeatedly hampered by injuries. Adelaide United's head of football, Marius Zanin, described Josh Cavallo as more than just a footballer, saying his legacy will live on through the inclusive environment he helped create at the club. Josh Cavallo added that Adelaide will always feel like home, and he leaves with immense pride in what they’ve achieved together. He is being guided by a new LGBTQ management agency at Wax Talent, who announced his addition to their roster last month. Josh Cavallo's departure from Adelaide United brings an end to his four-year stint at the A-League club. He featured in only four league games in the 2023/24 campaign due to Achilles and quad problems. Josh Cavallo's exit from the club has been met with a rousing send-off, with the club describing him as a key figure in redefining the role footballers can play in society. He will be remembered for far more than appearances or minutes played, according to Marius Zanin. Josh Cavallo's legacy at Adelaide United will live on, and he will always be remembered as a key figure in the club's history. He is now set to start a new chapter in his career, with various European teams vying to sign him. Josh Cavallo's future is uncertain, but one thing is clear - he will always be remembered as a pioneer for LGBTQ rights in soccer. And he will always be grateful for the opportunity to have played for Adelaide United. But his departure from the club is a significant loss, and he will be deeply missed by the fans and the team. So the search for a new left-back will begin, and the club will have to find a way to replace Josh Cavallo's unique skills and abilities.