Aberdeen have confirmed James McGarry will complete a permanent transfer to Brisbane Roar.
McGarry has been on loan at Greek side Athens Kallithea since January but will now exit Pittodrie permanently and head back to Australia.
He moved to Scotland in the summer of 2023 after impressing in the A-League for Central Coast Mariners but was never able to hold down a regular starting spot, injuries and the form of Jack MacKenzie both playing their part.
The New Zealand international played 28 times in total for Aberdeen and scored one goal, in a Premier Sports Cup group game against Dumbarton.
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On his impending exit, manager Jimmy Thelin said: “A culmination of frustrating injuries and the form of Jack made life a little difficult for James, but I have never had any complaints about his attitude or professionalism.
“Sometimes things just don’t quite go the way everyone plans when a player makes a move, and I think that is the case here.
“He has a lot of experience in the A-League, and with a fresh start, I am sure he’ll do well there. He leaves with our thanks and best wishes for his future career.”
