Football Federation Australia chairman Steven Lowy has confirmed the governing body's aim to expand the A-League to up to 16 teams, but ruled out the possibility of allowing an independent body to govern the competition.

Speaking as a guest at Sydney FC's season launch, Lowy agreed with the plea from Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou that the competition must undergo significant expansion in future years, potentially adding six new clubs.

The issue is becoming increasingly important for the FFA, which is aiming for large-scale growth of the competition that could rival other codes in terms of the number of professional clubs.

The timing and structure of expansion will rely on revenue from the next broadcast deal and depend on the financial security of the existing 10 clubs whose owners have been given a greater voice in the direction of the game. However, Lowy was quick to quash any suggestions the owners could have a controlling stake in the competition with an independent body similar to that of major football leagues in Europe.