MK Dons sign experienced forward Paterson

Callum Paterson has 17 international caps with Scotland

Milton Keynes Dons have signed former Sheffield Wednesday forward Callum Paterson on an undisclosed deal.

The 30-year-old played 186 times in a five-year spell for the Owls, scoring 31 goals, before leaving the Championship club at the end of last season.

Paterson helped Wednesday win promotion to the second tier via the League One play-offs in 2023.

"I met the manager a couple of weeks ago, he shared his plans with me, and he had some great ideas, and I wanted to be a part of it," he told the club website.

"He's got a clear plan and he's a really approachable guy, it makes the difference when you can speak to the manager and he tells you exactly what he wants."

The Scotland international started his career at Hearts and went on to score 21 times in 106 appearances for Cardiff City before moving to Hillsborough in 2020.

"He's a player who's always been a thorn in my side when I've managed teams against him," said MK Dons boss Paul Warne.

"He's played in numerous positions and can slot in across the front line. He's good in the air, works really hard for the team, and he's a winner, which is what we want at this football club."