The 25-year old defender, who played with the national teams at all levels from the Under-17 to the senior side, made his Premier League debut for Valletta in season 2005/06. He joined Sliema Wanderers in summer 2010, spending the last two years on loan.
A product of San Gwann, Manuel Bartolo made his Premier League debut in season 2005/06 with Msida St. Joseph. He spent the last two years on loan with Birkirkara and Floriana respectively.