With five international goals from 21 appearances for the Socceroos, Brosque conceded his time was over in the green and gold, and said he wanted to focus on helping repeat Sydney FC's premiership and championship double in the 2009-10 season.

"In terms of the national team, that's it for me," he said. "I would have maybe had a bit of contact with Ange [Postecoglou] if he wanted me around. He's going in a certain direction and the future looks good for them, so I'm not even putting myself in contention. I'm definitely not getting any younger and I enjoyed the years that I was with the national team. If I'm not going to be in contention for the next World Cup, then I don't think it'd be the right thing to put myself near the national team."

Sydney FC coach Graham Arnold has been in regular contact with the 30-year-old over the past few weeks and said his presence would keep the Sky Blues in great stead for the coming season.

"His leadership and his quality will be an important ingredient in our club this year," Arnold said. "Alex is a proven goal scorer and his track record at Sydney FC speaks for itself. He's got a knack for creating chances as well as taking them and I'm looking forward to continuing to work with him, having worked with him at a national level."

A proven forward and midfielder, Brosque said Arnold had not specifically said where he would fit into Sydney's formation, but hinted that up front would be his preferred position.