Swindon Town striker Charlie Austin remains secretive about his future plans at the County Ground. After returning from his stint with Brisbane Roar in Australia, the 34-year-old forward’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season, leaving him poised to become a free agent. In a recent statement reported by the Swindon Advertiser, Austin hinted at discussions about his future with his wife but refrained from divulging further details, leaving fans and pundits eager to discover his next move.
Swindon Town’s future remains uncertain as they navigate discussions about the role of Charlie Austin within the squad. Austin’s presence is valued for his wealth of experience and scoring prowess, making him a valuable asset for the team.
Since his return to the Robins, Austin has showcased his goal-scoring ability, tallying 18 goals in 50 games, with nine of those goals coming this season alone.
Having initially joined Swindon as a promising youngster from Poole Town in non-league football in 2010, Austin made an immediate impact, netting 37 goals in 65 appearances during his initial spell with the club.
After his time at Swindon Town, Austin embarked on various stints at clubs like Burnley, QPR, Southampton, and West Brom, where he competed in the Premier League before venturing to Australia.
During his brief spell with Brisbane Roar in the A-League, Austin managed to score four goals in 11 appearances before opting to return home.
As for Swindon, the club remains in anticipation of learning whether Austin will extend his stay or seek a fresh challenge elsewhere in the upcoming season.
Currently positioned in 17th place in League Two, the Robins of Swindon find themselves comfortably nestled in mid-table. Their upcoming fixture presents a challenging away encounter against league leaders Mansfield Town at Field Mill, following a recent 1-1 draw against Harrogate Town.
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