The Central Coast Mariners have confirmed the signing of Chris Donnell for the remainder of the 2025/26 Isuzu UTE A-League season.
The 21-year-old midfielder arrives from Sydney Olympic, where the former Australia youth international most recently featured in the club’s inaugural Australian Championship campaign.
Born in Glasgow, Donnell moved to Perth at a young age and progressed through the Perth Glory academy system, making his Isuzu UTE A-League debut in 2022 against Wellington Phoenix.
Following a successful trial overseas, he signed for English Premier League side Fulham FC and was later loaned to Scottish Championship outfit Airdrieonians.
Central Coast Mariners Men’s Head Coach, Warren Moon, said Donnell will strengthen the midfield in the final stretch of the season.
“We’re excited to have Chris sign for the Club for the remainder of the season,” Simon said.
“Chris is a young, talented midfielder who has had a taste of football abroad and we think he has the potential to thrive in our environment on the Central Coast.
“We’ve seen what he’s been able to do at A-League level and most recently, in the Australian Championship and we’re looking forward to having Chris with the squad for the rest of the season.”
Donnell welcomed the move back to the Isuzu UTE A-League.
“This is a great opportunity for me to return to the A-League and I can’t wait to get started,” Donnell said.
“The Club has a great history in not only developing the next generation of players but also success on the field and I’m looking forward to being a part of that environment.”
“I want to work hard with the coaching staff and the team to achieve everything we can this season.”
Donnell joins mid-season signings Ali Auglah and Oli Lavale and will be available for Saturday’s clash against Macarthur at polytec Stadium.
