Euell signing “will give fans a lift” – Brown

After scoring 45 goals in 177 appearances for Wimbledon between 1995-2001, Jason Euell has returned to the Dons on a five week loan deal from League One leaders Charlton Athletic.

Euell, who began his career at Wimbledon, moved to Charlton in the summer of 2001 for a reported 4.75 million and, after spells at promotion chasing Southampton and Blackpool, the striker returned to the Addicks in the summer making 15 appearances and scoring two goals.

League Two strugglers Wimbledon have only scored once in five games in all competitions so the addition of the former Premier League striker is massive boost to their survival hopes. Speaking to the club’s website, Manager Terry Brown spoke of his delight in being able to lure Euell back to the Dons. “Jason will bring with him Premier League quality and experience. Jason will join us for training on Thursday and I know the coaching staff are looking forward to working alongside a true Wimbledon legend.”

Having found first team opportunities limited under former team mate Chris Powell at Charlton, Euell’s arrival is a welcome addition to Brown’s relegation threatened squad. He continued, “Jason also gives us fantastic variety in the positions he plays as he can play anywhere in midfield and anywhere up front.”

During Euell’s six year stint at Wimbledon, the veteran forward made four appearances for England’s under 21’s and Brown insists that fans will quickly remind the striker of their admiration. He added, “I am sure the welcome he receives from the Dons faithful will quickly remind him of the fans' admiration for him and his achievements with Wimbledon in the past.”

With tough trips to Port Vale and Gillingham to come, supporters will hope that Euell can make an instant impact and the Dons boss feels that the signing could act as a catalyst for the rest of the campaign. He concluded, “I know this signing will give the fans a lift but I am also sure it will give our players a great lift.”