Brisbane Roar is pleased to announce the signing of defender Tom Aldred on a one-year deal for the 2026/27 Isuzu UTE A-League season.
Aldred returns to Queensland after two seasons with Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the Indian Super League, where he won both the ISL Shield and the ISL Cup in 2024/25.
The experienced centre-back spent five seasons at Brisbane Roar from 2019/20 to 2023/24, playing 116 competitive matches for the Club. He captained the side during that spell, just the sixth men’s captain in Club history, winning the Gary Wilkins Medal as Club Player of the Year in 2022/23, and led the team to a pair of finals series and the 2023 Australia Cup Final. He returns as one of the most experienced and respected leaders in the competition and adds significant leadership to the mens squad.
Aldred became an Australian citizen in 2024. He returns as a local domestic player and does not occupy a visa position in the Roar squad.
Speaking on his return to the Club, Tom Aldred said: “When the opportunity came up to return to the Roar, the decision was an easy one.
“My family loved living in Brisbane and it was a privilege to wear the orange shirt for as long as I did during my five years here. I can’t wait to reconnect with the members and fans, pull on that shirt again and give it my all for the Club.”
Sporting Director James Gow said: “Tom is really passionate about Brisbane Roar and understands the culture we have worked to instil in the playing group. He is a defender who loves to defend, has vast experience and excellent leadership qualities and he has already led this Club as captain. Tom is a player who is respected by all at the football club.
“It was clear from the moment we spoke how much he wanted to come back and support the group. We’re looking forward to seeing him in an orange shirt again.”
Aldred will wear the number 5 jersey and arrive in Brisbane this weekend and will join the squad for pre-season as soon as possible.
Memberships for the 2026/27 season are available now at brfc.com.au.
