NEWCASTLE Jets have signed former Leeds United and Sydney FC striker Michael Bridges for the remainder of the A-League season.
Bridges has spent the past week on trial in Newcastle and his signature now completes the Jets' 23-man roster.
The 31-year-old front-man played nine season with Sydney FC in 2007-08 season the year the Jets won the championship and most recently been at Carlisle United and MK Dons.
Regarded as one of best prospects in England before injury struck, Bridges is awaiting approval of his visa but both player and club are confident he will be cleared in time for the Jets crucial away game against Adelaide at Hindmarsh Stadium on Monday.
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