Teenager Milo Beimers signs for Viterbese after 30-day van trials

Milo Beimers signs for Viterbese after 30-day van trials

Former Glentoran goalkeeper Milo Beimers has signed for Serie D side Viterbese after a 30-day, 2,000-mile van journey across Europe that included trials in Spain and England, his father Kevin accompanying him on the trip. Beimers completed a successful trial in Italy and made his debut for Viterbese in a 4-0 win over Anagni, keeping a clean sheet.

Beimers left Glentoran, where he had been since age 13, and travelled with his father in a converted Transit van, aiming to find a new club. After a trial with Hercules in Spain and a return to London for another opportunity, a call brought him to Italy where Viterbese offered him a contract.

Viterbese, recently relegated to Serie D and now merged under the banner Vigor Campagnano Gialloblu for the new season, appealed to Beimers for its facilities, 7,000-seat stadium and the club’s people. Beimers said he wants to establish himself as first choice and help the team return to Serie C.

Liberal News Analysis: What Does This Development Mean?

Beimers secured a contract with Viterbese after a month-long tour of trials, reflecting a non-traditional route to signing. He debuted with a clean sheet in a 4-0 victory over Anagni. The move places him in Serie D with the club aiming for promotion back to Serie C.

Beimers, a Canada youth international, emphasised the personal growth from the journey and noted the differing coaching methods and language challenges in Italy. He is working on learning Italian with help from team-mates and adapting to new training techniques.

He travelled with his father Kevin, a Canada-born video game designer, in a van converted by his sister Charlie; the van remained in Europe after the trip and will return to its owner. Beimers documented the journey on social media, sharing both positive moments and the loneliness and uncertainty he experienced while seeking a new club.

Quick Glance: What You Need to Know

• Milo Beimers left Glentoran and signed for Viterbese after a 30-day, 2,000-mile van journey.
• He made his debut in a 4-0 win over Anagni, keeping a clean sheet.
• Beimers is a Canada youth international and is learning Italian while adapting to Italian coaching methods.