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The Covert Agent: Massimo Maccarone leaves Brisbane Roar

Italian striker Massimo Maccarone has left Brisbane Roar after only one season with the club.

The Covert Agent can reveal the 38-year-old and the club have decided to part ways now that the Roar's finals campaign has ended.

Maccarone scored nine goals and gave off five assists from his 28 A-League appearances after signing a one-year marquee contract with John Aloisi's team.

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The Italian international has enjoyed a distinguished career in Europe, playing in the English Premier League with Middlesbrough and a variety of Serie A clubs.

It is unknown whether the veteran will hang up the boots or continue playing at a different club.

Goalkeeper Brendan White has also been released.

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