Jake Brimmer

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I started at the Rowville Sports Academy and Nunawading City before moving into the FFV NTC program. It was there that I began to develop my skills. I was fortunate enough to be in talks with Melbourne Victory when I caught the eye of Liverpool scout Barry Hunter, which led to me signing with Liverpool, my childhood team.

Being at Liverpool was incredible. The training environment and the quality of players around me were top-notch. I learned a lot about professionalism and what it takes to succeed at the highest level. Unfortunately, after three years, I was released, but I took those lessons with me as I returned to Australia.

My departure from Perth Glory was tough. However, when I joined Melbourne Victory, I felt a renewed sense of purpose. I had a strong debut season, making 25 appearances and finishing as one of the joint top goalscorers with 5 goals and 5 assists. It was great to contribute to the team’s success.

Winning the FFA Cup was a fantastic experience. Starting in the final and helping the team secure a 2–1 victory against Central Coast Mariners was a proud moment for me. It was my first trophy with the Victory, and sharing the Mark Viduka Medal with Kye Rowles made it even more special.

I was looking for a fresh challenge, and joining Auckland FC presented a great opportunity to play in a new environment. The team is ambitious, and I was excited about being part of its development. So far, it’s been an enjoyable experience. The club has welcomed me, and I’m excited to contribute on the pitch.

Playing for the U-17 and U-20 sides helped me develop my game in different ways. Competing internationally gives you a broader perspective on the game and exposes you to various playing styles. I’ve always been focused on being an all-action midfielder, capable of scoring and providing assists, and my international experiences have reinforced that mindset.

I like to think of myself as an all-action midfielder. I enjoy getting into the right positions to score goals, and I pride myself on my passing range and technical ability. I want to be someone who can influence the game both defensively and offensively.

My main goal is to help the team achieve to win!

I’m excited to be here and can’t wait to play in front of you all! Your support means a lot, and I hope to make you proud on the pitch.