Toronto FC announced Friday they have signed midfielder Jim Brennan to a multi-year contract, based on team options. Per club policy, financial details were not disclosed.
Brennan, 6-foot, 170 pounds, is a native of Newmarket, Ontario, and has been a member of the Canadian National Team since 1999. He has competed in 43 international contests for Canada (second among active players in the organization), totaling six goals. He scored the first goal (and eventual winner) and converted a second goal in a 2-0 win against Austria on March 1.
"We are very excited to have someone of Jim's experience and talent join our organization," said Toronto FC Head Coach Mo Johnston. "His career in England and internationally with the Canadian team will certainly prove invaluable to our squad next year.
"The combination of his experience and the fact that he has shown a great desire to return home and play for Toronto FC makes Jim the perfect first signing, and the first piece of what will be a very exciting team."
Brennan, 29, comes to Toronto FC after 10 seasons in England. He played for Southampton in 2006. He spent 2003-06 with Norwich City and the 1999-2003 campaigns with Nottingham Forest. He was loaned to Huddersfield Town for five months in 2001. He began his career overseas with Bristol City in 1996, playing with that club until joining Nottingham Forest. His transfer from Bristol City to Nottingham Forest completed the largest transfer fee paid for a Canadian player at 1.25 million pounds.
