Maltese defender Nikolai Micallef, aged 22, has been transferred from Naxxar Lions to Hamrun Spartans. He joins the club as part of a series of new signings intended to fortify the team for their historic participation in the UEFA Europa Conference League group stage. This transfer is part of Hamrun Spartans' strategy to enhance their squad, which includes other notable additions like Ante Coric, who previously played for Sevilla and Roma. The team is progressing in European competitions under the guidance of Italian coach Giacomo Modica, who assumed his role on June 1st, marking a significant achievement for Maltese football. Micallef's contract with Hamrun Spartans will run until June 30, 2026, and his market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €250k.