HAVING lured Tommy Oar home, Brisbane Roar could soon make a play for another of their former stars — Michael Zullo.

The Roar are understood to be monitoring the progress of Zullo, whose year-long deal with Melbourne City expires in the off-season.

Brisbane coach John Aloisi will get a first-hand look at Zullo on Friday night when the Roar take on City in a match crucial for both teams’ A-League premiership chances.

Zullo, 27, made 53 appearances for the Roar between 2007 and 2010 before the club sold him, Oar and Adam Sarota to Dutch side FC Utrecht for $1.8 million.

His ability to play anywhere on the left makes him a valuable asset, particularly with veteran left full-back Shane Stefanutto retiring at the end of the season.

Zullo would provide plenty of competition for contracted left back Corey Brown, with his versatility adding to his appeal.

City are yet to make Zullo a concrete offer for next season.

“I’m still happy at City, and we’re communicating, but we’ll just have to see what happens,” the former Socceroo told The Courier-Mail.

“I’m not sure where I’ll be playing next season.

“What I’m focused on at the moment is contributing to City and making sure we are

successful this season. I want to win something with them.”

Zullo admits to still finding it odd to play against the Roar.

“They’re the club I supported before I was a professional so it feels a bit strange whenever I play for a team against them,” he said.

Such feelings will be magnified tomorrow night if, as expected, Oar makes his first appearance for the Roar since rejoining the club less than three weeks ago.

“We’ve been teammates at two clubs which is a pretty unique situation. I’ve never played against him,” Zullo said.

“It’s going to be great to see my little friend.

“I’m not sure how the Roar got him back home but big kudos to them for doing it.

“It’s always something special to play for your hometown club and I’m sure Tommy can’t wait for the game if he’s selected.”

Having been stifled by injury for the first few months of the season, Zullo has enjoyed his recent run of games.

He has made 12 appearances for City, eight as a starter.

“I’m really happy with my fitness at the moment and not having any injury concerns,” he said,