Dobbie was a goal scorer in the play-off final victory, slotting home from a Nathan Dyer cross. During the Swans first season in the Premier League, Dobbie headed on loan the Blackpool where he helped them gain promotion to the top flight. August 2012 saw Dobbie join Brighton on a free transfer, before he was loaned out to Crystal Palace, who he later joined permanently. Scotsman Dobbie is currently a free agent after being released by Crystal Palace.