Skip to content

Robbie Keane targeted by Western Sydney Wanderers after LA Galaxy exit confirmed

CARSON, CA - MARCH 06:  Robbie Keane #7 of Los Angeles Galaxy celebrates after scoring on a penalty kick in the second half of their MLS match against D.C.
Image: Robbie Keane has attracted interest from Western Sydney Wanderers, after announcing he will part ways with MLS side LA Galaxy at the end of his contract

Australian side Western Sydney Wanderers are targeting a move for Robbie Keane after he confirmed he will leave LA Galaxy in December after six seasons in MLS.

Keane has led the Galaxy to three MLS Cup victories, scoring more than 100 goals in all competitions since signing for the club in 2011.

Sky Sports Black Friday sale
Sky Sports Black Friday sale

Upgrade to Sky Sports now and get 12 months half price!

The 36-year-old, who retired from international football in August after 146 Republic of Ireland caps, joins Steven Gerrard in leaving the MLS franchise.

The striker said he is targeting one final challenge in club football before hanging up his boots, and the A-League side are said to be monitoring the situation.

Republic of Ireland's Robbie Keane celebrates scoring his sides second goal of the match during the International Friendly at the Aviva Stadium, Dublin. PR
Image: Robbie Keane retired from international football in August

"He's certainly a player it's hard not to have a look at," coach Tony Popovic said, adding that the club was considering several new players.

"But obviously Robbie is the one everyone is talking about at the moment.

Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player

Action from Montreal v Toronto and Seattle v Colarado in the United States.

"He's had a fantastic career, he's a great player and still scoring goals, so he's certainly a player we'd have a look at."

Also See:

The former Liverpool and Spurs star, who is the Republic of Ireland's record goalscorer with 68 goals from 146 appearances, was one of the most successful foreign players to ply his trade in the US top flight.

Live MLS Cup

Upgrade to Sky Sports now and get 12 months half price. Hurry, offer ends December 4!

Around Sky