Brisbane Roar signing Chris Long says his arrival in the Isuzu UTE A-League has come at the perfect time in his career, with the English striker looking to make an instant impact at the club.
Long, 30, joined Brisbane from English League Two outfit Crewe Alexandra on a one-year deal in July. The Everton academy product touched down in Brisbane on Sunday, where he’ll join the Roar’s pre-season preparations under new head coach Michael Valkanis.
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Speaking to NCA Newswire sports reporter Marco Monteverde, Long confidently claimed he’s arrived at the club “in his prime” with eagerness to score goals aplenty for the side that finished 12th on the Isuzu UTE A-League table in 2024-25.
“This opportunity is massive for me – I can’t wait for it to get started,” Long said.
“I’m in my prime now. It’s the best I’ve ever felt with my body. The A-League’s got me at the right time.”
“The stadium’s incredible. I can’t wait to score loads of goals there,” Long added.
“Win football matches – that’s the plan.”
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The 30-year-old revealed conversations with fellow Englishman and former Isuzu UTE A-League stars David Ball, Adam Le Fondre and Zach Clough all helped convince him on a move Down Under.
“They had nothing but positive words to say about the league, and that it was the best thing you’ll ever do”, Long said.
“So I couldn’t say no.”
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