RETIRED former Celtic star Aaron Mooy has snapped up a property described as an ‘architectural oasis’ in one of the most exclusive retreats in Australia… for £1.83 million.
The midfielder announced the shock decision to hang up his boots at the end of last season at the age of just 32 after helping the Hoops complete a treble.
McGrath Estate AgentsThe luxury Byron Bay retreat Aaron Mooy has got his hands on[/caption]
McGrath Estate AgentsThe windows offer up a stunning view[/caption]
McGrath Estate AgentsIt’s not too bad outside either, with this area complete with a barbecue[/caption]
Mooy, who was also at St Mirren earlier in his career, arrived at Parkhead from Chinese side Shanghai Port the previous summer.
He netted seven goals in 42 games in all competitions as the team retained the Scottish Premiership title and won both domestic cups, but he had been struggling with injury issues and announced he would retire.
And he’s now splashed out on a sprawling coastal retreat at Byron Bay in New South Wales back in his homeland.
Mooy bought the property in the town’s exclusive Ewingsdale from Australian property tycoon Terry Agnew.
McGrath Estate AgentsThe stylist interior is impressive[/caption]
The property was described by estate agent Will Phillips of McGrath Estate Agents as an ‘architectural oasis’ and records show the sale went through at the weekend with ‘no finance required.’
Mooy, now 33, also played for Manchester City, Brighton & Hove Albion, Bolton Wanderers and Huddersfield Town in England and Western Sydney Wanderers and Melbourne City in his homeland as well as those stints in Scotland and China and won 57 caps for Australia, playing in two World Cups.
The house sits just ten minutes from Byron Bay itself and boasts four bedrooms, four bathrooms and a swimming pool across the 1.07 hectare property.
In the garden are rock walls and several small trees and across the development there are multiple outdoor relacation areas complete with deck chairs and barbecues.
The estate agent’s listing said the home promises “peace and privacy”.
We told you earlier this month how Mooy was enjoying his retirement alongside another ex-pro who had recently hung up his boots.
The former Socceroo was pictured having dinner with ex-Scotland international James McArthur, who played for Hamilton before a lengthy career down south with Wigan Athletic and Crystal Palace.
McGrath Estate AgentsThe property allows in “an abundance of natural light”[/caption]
McGrath Estate AgentsA closer shot of the swimming pool[/caption]
Kenny RamsayAaron Mooy left Celtic this summer as he announced his retirement[/caption]
Elsewhere, an investigation into the transfer of Jota from Celtic to Al-Ittihad is due to be launched by the club.
The Saudi Pro League champions are understood to be looking for a fall guy with the move for the winger having gone south.
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