Perth Glory has officially announced the signing of experienced centre-back Lachlan Jackson on a two-year contract. The Townsville native brings a wealth of experience to the squad, having made his A-League debut with Brisbane Roar in April 2014.

Career Highlights

Jackson truly made his mark at Newcastle Jets, where he accumulated nearly 100 appearances across all competitions over a span of six seasons. Following his time in Australia, he had a significant stint in South Korea with Suwon FC, where he also played over 90 matches. In 2024, he returned to Australia to join Melbourne Victory, where he featured in all four Finals matches of the 2024/25 season, bringing his total appearances for the club to 22.

Jackson's Ambitions with Glory

Now at the age of 31, Jackson is eager to contribute to Perth Glory's success in the upcoming seasons. He expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “From the moment [Football Director] Stan [Lazaridis] and [Head Coach] Griff [Adam Griffiths] spoke to me, it felt like the right decision. I’m 100% behind Griff’s approach and where he’s taking this team.” He also highlighted his excitement about engaging with the fans and being part of a squad that possesses both quality and ambition.

Football Director Stan Lazaridis praised Jackson's addition to the team, noting his experience and physicality as a defender. “Lachie is an experienced and physical defender who knows the A-League extremely well,” Lazaridis remarked. He added that Jackson had been on their radar for some time as they sought a left-sided centre-back to enhance their defensive depth. Lazaridis emphasized Jackson's strong character and determination, stating, “We’re delighted to have secured his services for the next two seasons.” Further squad announcements from Perth Glory are anticipated soon.