Charlie Austin has revealed his pride at enjoying a second spell with Swindon Town as it was announced he was among a host of players who would be leaving the club this summer.
Charlie Austin’s career so far
Having enjoyed a few prolific years in non-league, the Robins gave Austin a chance in the Football League when they signed him from Poole Town as a League One club – and it turned out to be a shrewd bit of business.
Austin would flourish over the next 18 months, and his form earned a transfer to Burnley, with a switch to QPR coming about a few years later, with the striker key as the R’s won promotion to the Premier League.
More transfers would follow, as Austin made over 70 Premier League appearances with Southampton, and he then helped West Brom to the top-flight before returning to QPR.
A short spell in Australia with Brisbane Roar gave Austin the chance to experience a new country, but he would return to the UK, and to Swindon, in December 2022.
Charlie Austin to leave Swindon Town
Back at the County Ground, Austin hit nine goals in 20 games last season to trigger a contract extension, and he managed 12 in 46 in the current campaign, as the side finished in a disappointing 19th place in League Two.
Therefore, a big summer awaits, and the club started work on that as they announced 11 players would be leaving as their deals expired, with Austin among those.
Charlie Austin sends emotional Swindon Town message
Taking to Instagram, Austin reflected on his two spells with the club, as he sent a message to the fans and the club, which included wishing them well for the future.
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