MK Dons have signed Scottish midfielder Scott Fraser after he left fellow League One side Burton Albion earlier this summer.
MK Dons Sign Scott Fraser
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Where He Will Fit In
Many Dons fans were, rightly, left disappointed when Alex Gilbey left the club to join Charlton Athletic earlier in the transfer window. The midfielder won the club’s Player of the Year award in the 2019/20 season and was seen as an integral part to improving on a lowly finish in the league table.
However, the addition of Fraser goes a long way to alleviating those worries. Last season with Burton, Fraser was the biggest goal contributor, scoring nine and assisting 14. He also ranked second in the league for assists and third for key passes.
Fraser will fill the gap left by Gilbey, providing those driving runs forward while also bringing his own personal qualities.
The midfielder started his career with Dundee United where he made a total of 106 appearances, which yielded 15 goals and 28 assists.
What Was Said?
Speaking to the club website about the move, Fraser said: “This wasn’t the only option I had but I’ve come here because the chairman and manager made me feel wanted and because I’m excited to be part of what this club is trying to do.
“I watched the game on Tuesday and the football was brilliant to watch. Everything the manager told me to look out for before the game, I saw on the pitch. I think the style of play here will get the best out of me.”
Dons manager Russell Martin added: “He’s a player that I’ve liked and admired for a while. He was probably one of the best midfielders that we [played against last season and his goal and assist record, particularly in this division, speaks for itself.
“We went for him really early in the window but we thought he’d gotten away from us because of the interested that was in him. We’ve kept working on it and over the last few days, it became a real option for us.”
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