I like Matty. Doesn't seem like the brightest bloke out, but he certainly can get the job done for his side. He's played just about everywhere on the park in the A-League and I still think he has a couple of years left.

I read this was definitely happening and may e announced today or tomorrow.

Terrific guy in general, and great player.

The perfect definition of a utility player, and the best utility the league has ever seen IMO

Play him in midfield and they'll be cheering, excellent player

Think he'd do well as long as they don't use him in defence. Should be running through midfield.

Good didn't want him at the Roar.

Good move for both parties.

Don't really want.

Makes sense to me, he's still got a lot to give the league.

It would be a smart buy in my opinion and I hope it happens. He still has the quality to kick around in the a league. Good experience as well.

he's not a bad player and could do well, but he does not make a formidable presence which I think Phoenix really need.

I do hope he finds another club, but I am also happy with the decision to let him go this year at MH.

He had an off year last season and it was time we rebuilt out team, which unfortunately saw him leave.

Good luck to him.

Class player imo. Surprised he is without a club.
He's only 30! He's got 2-3 years left in him.

Hope so, our midfield is so weak!

Would take Thompson over Lia in midfield every day.

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