Melbourne Victory have agreed a one-year primary sponsorship deal with Australian weight-loss brand Optislim ahead of the 2016/17 season, reports, www.sportspromedia.com/.

Optislim's logo will appear on the front of Melbourne Victory's matchday shirts and it will also receive branding at the club's AAMI Park and Etihad Stadium home grounds.

The company, which is a subsidiary of health and wellness firm Optipharm, will also supply its products to players and staff throughout the campaign.

"This is another positive announcement for our club on the eve of what promises to be an exciting A-League season," said Melbourne Victory chief executive Ian Robson.

"Optislim is a leading weight-loss brand in Australia, and we are looking forward to working closely with them this season."