17 Jan Former Socceroo confirms A-League switch

Scott McDonald has revealed he will be leaving Western United to sign for Brisbane Roar.

After recent speculation, McDonald confirmed he will be joining the Roar after netting once in nine appearances for United.

McDonald, 36, requested to be released by the A-League newcomers after coach Mark Rudan said the veteran striker had an 18-month contract offer from another club.

The former Socceroo can’t wait to work under Brisbane coach and legendary Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler.

“When Robbie offered me this opportunity there was simply no way I could turn it down,” McDonald told the Scottish Daily Record.

“You don’t get the chance to work with someone of his status every day – never mind when you’re already 36.

“I may be coming towards the end of my career but you are never too old to learn in this game and I can’t wait to start working with him.

“I’m joining an established A-League club with a big support and hopefully there may be a pathway into coaching in the academy structure when the time comes to hang up my boots.

“When I came back to Australia I did hope to bring the curtain down on my career with a bit of a bang.

“Robbie has now given me the opportunity to do just that and I really want to get on with the job of repaying him.”

The Roar also confirmed that Corey Brown has re-joined the club from Melbourne Victory.

Brown was released by the Victory on Thursday after two seasons with the A-League powerhouse.

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