Millwall Football Club has signed New Zealand international goalkeeper Max Crocombe on a free transfer from Burton Albion. The 31-year-old goalkeeper becomes Millwall's first signing of the summer transfer window, with backup keeper Liam Roberts set to leave the club at the end of the month when his contract expires.
What happened?
Millwall have signed Max Crocombe from Burton Albion on a free transfer. The 31-year-old goalkeeper made 92 appearances in two seasons with the Brewers.
Why it matters for Millwall Football Club
Crocombe becomes Millwall's first signing of the summer transfer window, with backup keeper Liam Roberts set to leave the club at the end of the month when his contract expires. The signing of Crocombe is a significant boost for Millwall as they look to strengthen their squad ahead of the new season.
What comes next?
Millwall are currently 12 points behind leaders Coventry in the Championship table. The club has 64 goals scored and 49 conceded this season, with a +15 goal difference. League standing: 3rd in Championship, 83 pts, 24W-11D-11L from 46 games, recent form LDWDW.
Crocombe began his career at Oxford United before moving to Carlisle United in 2016. Spells at Salford City, Brisbane Roar and Melbourne Victory followed before he joined Grimsby Town in 2021. Crocombe made 89 appearances for the Mariners before moving to Burton in 2023. He made his debut for the All Whites in 2018 and has been part of the squad that has qualified for the 2026 World Cup. He has 17 international caps.
Millwall have not stated the length of the contract. Crocombe becomes Millwall's first signing of the summer transfer window, with backup keeper Liam Roberts set to leave the club at the end of the month when his contract expires.
Crocombe said in a post on Millwall's X page, "The club speaks for itself really, the size of it. The journey to get here has been unbelievable. I've been given an unbelievable opportunity to represent Millwall Football Club, so really I can't wait to get going. Obviously the fanbase, how passionate they are, that was a huge pull. I can't wait to get out there and test myself."
Millwall are currently 12 points behind leaders Coventry in the Championship table. The club has 64 goals scored and 49 conceded this season, with a +15 goal difference. League standing: 3rd in Championship, 83 pts, 24W-11D-11L from 46 games, recent form LDWDW.
