Sounds like will be open to basically anyone from the Southern League, who wants to trial. Though I'm sure the coaching staff at CU will be well aware of the better players out there in the SL, who could maybe step up a level.
https://www.nzsportswire.com/post/christchurch-to-compete-as-south-island-united
The GM said initial discussions had shown widespread support and excitement within the community, but also revealed questions around issues like player movements from other Southern League clubs to the Pro League team.
https://www.nzsportswire.com/post/christchurch-to-compete-as-south-island-united
The GM said initial discussions had shown widespread support and excitement within the community, but also revealed questions around issues like player movements from other Southern League clubs to the Pro League team.
“We are committed to first consider Southern League players for the OFC Pro League and will shortly organise trials to see which players are interested and who might be able to step up to professional football,” said Edwards.
He explained that any new recruit will return to their home club once the inaugural Pro League season finishes at the end of May to play the remainder of the Southern League with their home club.
“We can only be successful if we are transparent and collaborative with the other clubs, so before any player is invited to a trial or offered a contract, our new Pro League coach Rob Sherman will work closely with the clubs involved.”
Edwards said once the best South Island players were considered, the coach would look to the North Island, other OFC nations and abroad to strengthen his squad.