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Russell is the highest scoring Scot to have played Major League Soccer Johnny Russell has returned to Dundee United, with manager Jim Goodwin sure the veteran striker can "play an important role". The 35-year-old, who has agreed terms until the end of the season, began his career at Tannadice, making his debut in 2007. He scored 46 goals in 120 games before a move to Derby County in 2013. Capped 14 times for Scotland, Russell joined Sporting Kansas City in 2018 and spent seven years with the MLS club. "Johnny brings a wealth of experience thanks to a phenomenal career both domestically and abroad, " Goodwin told the United website. "His connection with the supporters is incredible and he understands unequivocally what it means to represent Dundee United. " Russell arrives as a free agent, having last played for Real Salt Lake in October. With 69 goals, he is the highest scoring Scot to have played in the USA. "From a footballing perspective, he gives us something different in the final third, " added Goodwin. "His movement, decision-making and his ability to influence big moments in matches are all qualities that come from years of playing at the highest level. "Furthermore, his presence around the dressing room will be hugely beneficial for the wider group. He sets standards naturally through the way he trains and looks after himself - that will be invaluable for our younger players. "Johnny is determined to make an impact and we believe he can play an important role for us during this crucial period of the season. " Visit our Dundee United page for all the latest news, analysis and fan views Get Dundee United news notifications in the BBC Sport app Fin Smith starts and Ford left out as Borthwick shakes up England backline - reaction England have better spinners than India - Vaughan Haaland? Kane? R9? Ranking the best centre-forwards this century Conspiracy thriller, The Capture, is returning soon The playboy double agent who inspired James Bond Go on a treasure hunt with award-winning anime One Piece Prediction markets have exploded online but they're inviting scrutiny 'Aberdeen savour the most perfect game ever played' How Mc Tominay became a Napoli icon after Man Utd exit Scotland men's internationals to be shown live on BBC Commonwealth Games: Why is it so special to be part of Team Scotland? From titles to tinpottery - rank Scotland's top 10 clubs Satriano goal stuns Real Madrid. Video Satriano goal stuns Real Madrid Key areas for Scotland against champions France England have better spinners and can beat India in semi-final - Vaughan Should we have high hopes for Hamilton and Ferrari? F1 Q&A Haaland? Kane? R9? Ranking the best centre-forwards this century Can Chelsea kick-start faltering Palmer? 'I cheated head-injury assessment to play on in 2017 Lions Test' Arsenal set-pieces: Too effective or too boring? Video Arsenal set-pieces: Too effective or too boring? How can football's lawmakers fix Premier League corner chaos? 'I knew the risks, I'd do it again' - Moody opens up in new BBC documentary Reshuffled flights and players stuck - how sport is navigating Middle East crisis 'There were tears - but I had to peek behind curtain of head injuries in rugby' New era of Formula 1 - what is changing in 2026? Who has made Troy's Premier League team of the week? Iran, the US, and a World Cup that starts in three months 'Hearts & Motherwell the winners after damaging Old Firm stalemate' 'Out of absolutely nothing' - Lamine Yamal's solo stunner. Video'Out of absolutely nothing' - Lamine Yamal's solo stunner Predict F1 drivers' and constructors' championships Copyright © 2026 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.