Vanuatu United officially sign international defender Jeffrey Tasso

Vanuatu United have officially added Vanuatu international defender Jeffrey Tasso to their squad, strengthening their defensive options with a player who brings senior international experience and a varied football background.

Tasso, 28, is a centre-back who can also operate in defensive midfield or at left-back. His versatility is likely to be a major asset for Vanuatu United as the club continues to build a side capable of competing consistently at the highest level of Vanuatu football.

The defender has been part of the Vanuatu national-team set-up across several cycles. He has represented his country in senior friendlies, the OFC Nations Cup and FIFA World Cup qualifying football, giving him experience of matches played at a far higher tempo than most domestic fixtures.

His journey has also included time in Australia, following earlier spells in Vanuatu with Mauwia, Malampa Revivors and ABM Galaxy. That background should bring both maturity and adaptability to a Vanuatu United side that has been active in the transfer market.

Tasso’s arrival is especially significant because Vanuatu United are not simply recruiting another squad player. They are bringing in a defender accustomed to international preparation, tactical demands and the responsibility of playing against Oceania’s strongest attacking players.

For the player, the move offers the chance to return to a leading Vanuatu project and take on a bigger role at club level. For Vanuatu United, it is another statement of intent: the club wants experienced national-team players around its younger talent.

After the recent arrival of Joe Moses, the signing of Tasso adds further quality and balance to the squad. Vanuatu United now have another proven option to organise the back line, compete physically and provide leadership when the pressure rises.