Steven Taylor celebrates with Phoenix fans following the team's win over Western United in Ballarat in December. Outgoing Wellington Phoenix captain Steven Taylor will be tasked with marking some of his former A-League team-mates next season after signing a one-year contract with Indian Super League club Odisha FC. Taylor is the fourth player to move directly from the Phoenix to the ISL after Roy Krishna, David Williams and Mandi joined ATK last year. “I want a challenge, that’s why I came to Wellington. Departed Phoenix striker Gary Hooper is also heavily linked with a move to India, with Kerala Blasters reported to be leading the race for his signature.

Source: Stuff September 16, 2020 21:22 UTC