MK Dons have announced the signing of Callum Paterson, who joins on a free transfer after leaving Sheffield Wednesday.

The 30-year-old, who can play in defence, midfield and attack, is the Dons’ seventh new signing ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 campaign, and has signed a contract of undisclosed length at Stadium MK.

Paterson moves to Milton Keynes after 5 years with Sheffield Wednesday, who he joined from Cardiff City in 2020. In all, he made 186 appearances for the Owls in all competitions, scoring 31 times.

His CV includes multiple promotions, having won a promotion from the Scottish Championship to Scottish Premiership with Hearts of Midlothian, promotion from the Championship to Premier League at Cardiff alongside fellow Dons new-boy Nathaniel Mendez-Laing, and promotion from League One to the Championship with Sheffield Wednesday.

He has also received 17 caps with the Scottish national team.

Paterson told the official MK Dons website that he was excited to make a move to Stadium MK.

He said, “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’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.

“I like to get stuck in and put the ball in the back of the net. My game is running and working hard, that’s when you get your rewards, they don’t fall in your lap, you’ve got to go and get them!”

The Dons’ Head Coach Paul Warne said he was looking forward to working with his new recruit, with the signing confirmed in the week leading up to the start of the 2025/26 League Two season.

He said, “It’s great news that we’ve convinced Callum to come to the club. I’ve spoken to him numerous times over the summer. He’s a player who’s always been a thorn in my side when I’ve managed teams against him!

“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.

“I think he’s a massive addition to the frontline, both in training and on matchdays. Everyone is thrilled to have him here, and we all look forward to working with him!”