2020 season arrivals and departures

[oriel]

Boyle was certainly not first choice last season, and even with (the mistake imo) of moving Hoare into Shields role in the cup final, he still missed out, as Gartland was preferred with Hoare. I think teams going for league titles and having aspirations of doing better in Europe will still need 4 central defenders, but it would seem Hoare / Cleary are the first choice two for now. For a good few games last season, Boyle didn't look 100% fit. He has 3 years left though, should have a lot to offer.

Massey will be under serious pressure now with Leahy joining, this is an excellent addition. When Jarvis was there, you got the impression he would be second choice, but to be fair he got plenty of games too, Leahy may not have the experience yet, but he’ll be joining to dislodge Massey, good to have that competition.

[Sonny]

Boyle was certainly not first choice last season, and even with (the mistake imo) of moving Hoare into Shields role in the cup final, he still missed out, as Gartland was preferred with Hoare. I think teams going for league titles and having aspirations of doing better in Europe will still need 4 central defenders, but it would seem Hoare / Cleary are the first choice two for now. For a good few games last season, Boyle didn't look 100% fit. He has 3 years left though, should have a lot to offer.

Massey will be under serious pressure now with Leahy joining, this is an excellent addition. When Jarvis was there, you got the impression he would be second choice, but to be fair he got plenty of games too, Leahy may not have the experience yet, but he’ll be joining to dislodge Massey, good to have that competition.

Has something changed from Perth's recent comments about transfer strategy and pushing on to another level? Leahy is a decent young player and Sloggett looks fairly solid but neither of them are the pushing on in Europe type signings that have been spoken about.

[Ezeikial]

Has something changed from Perth's recent comments about transfer strategy and pushing on to another level? Leahy is a decent young player and Sloggett looks fairly solid but neither of them are the pushing on in Europe type signings that have been spoken about.

Darragh Leahy and Greg Sloggett will both have to work hard to dislodge Dane Massey and Chris Shields in their respective positions - so in that sense they are both likely to add to squad depth rather than be some sort of marquee signings.

If there is any recruitment from abroad this more likely to be in the January transfer window rather than pre-Christmas. A striker, central midfielder (No 8 to replace Robbie Benson) and a winger may be on the shopping list

[David BOHie]

Darragh Leahy and Greg Sloggett will both have to work hard to dislodge Dane Massey and Chris Shields in their respective positions - so in that sense they are both likely to add to squad depth rather than be some sort of marquee signings.

If there is any recruitment from abroad this more likely to be in the January transfer window rather than pre-Christmas. A striker, central midfielder (No 8 to replace Robbie Benson) and a winger may be on the shopping list

I'm a big fan of Massey going back. Best left back of the decade for sure. But young Leahy is a better player than him currently. Was he injured last year or why did Jarvis play as much?

[Ezeikial]

I'm a big fan of Massey going back. Best left back of the decade for sure. But young Leahy is a better player than him currently. Was he injured last year or why did Jarvis play as much?

If Darragh Leahy proves himself to be better then Dane Massey, he will get plenty of game time; Dane is currently the man in possession of the left back position and Darragh will need to work hard to get ahead of him.

[marinobohs]

Has something changed from Perth's recent comments about transfer strategy and pushing on to another level? Leahy is a decent young player and Sloggett looks fairly solid but neither of them are the pushing on in Europe type signings that have been spoken about.

Leahy is an U21 international and signed as cover for the best left back of the last 5/6 years. Not sure how that could be seen as anything but positive from Dundalk perspective (and presumably why shams tried to sign the same player previously).

Sloggett is clearly also squad material. I suspect Dundalk are far from finished yet but getting the right players appears to be the emphasis rather than splurging on whatever midfielders happen to be available.

[dundalkfc10]

Darragh Leahy and Greg Sloggett will both have to work hard to dislodge Dane Massey and Chris Shields in their respective positions - so in that sense they are both likely to add to squad depth rather than be some sort of marquee signings.

If there is any recruitment from abroad this more likely to be in the January transfer window rather than pre-Christmas. A striker, central midfielder (No 8 to replace Robbie Benson) and a winger may be on the shopping list

90% of players abroad cant sign until January anyway, and it will be more than likely late January

[Sonny]

Leahy is an U21 international and signed as cover for the best left back of the last 5/6 years. Not sure how that could be seen as anything but positive from Dundalk perspective (and presumably why shams tried to sign the same player previously).

Sloggett is clearly also squad material. I suspect Dundalk are far from finished yet but getting the right players appears to be the emphasis rather than splurging on whatever midfielders happen to be available.

It's nice to see you give such an impassioned defence of your parent club, but I never said they weren't good signings. It seemed listening to Perth that his focus was bringing in players from outside the league that would significantly improve the level, so I was a bit surprised the first two signings were Irish based squad players to add to an already sizable squad, but as the non-closeted Dundalk fan kindly pointed out the nature of the European transfer windows makes those signings more likely in January.

[pineapple stu]

Andy Myler the new UCD manager. No mention of where Maciej fits in, if at all.

Don't know what Myler's been doing with himself the past few years?

[oriel]

It's nice to see you give such an impassioned defence of your parent club, but I never said they weren't good signings. It seemed listening to Perth that his focus was bringing in players from outside the league that would significantly improve the level, so I was a bit surprised the first two signings were Irish based squad players to add to an already sizable squad, but as the non-closeted Dundalk fan kindly pointed out the nature of the European transfer windows makes those signings more likely in January.


The Dundalk squad might be sizable in terms of two per (most) positions, but the 3 incomings so far Patching, Sloggett and Leahy are to counter two who have already moved out in Benson and Jarvis. I think we need another striker, and definitely a winger, as there was little option for Duffy when his kid was born and he missed the away game in Riga last summer.

I heard a striker from UK was being looked at, no details on who this is / from what club though.

[oriel]

Leahy is an U21 international and signed as cover for the best left back of the last 5/6 years. Not sure how that could be seen as anything but positive from Dundalk perspective (and presumably why shams tried to sign the same player previously).

Sloggett is clearly also squad material. I suspect Dundalk are far from finished yet but getting the right players appears to be the emphasis rather than splurging on whatever midfielders happen to be available.

Tremendous little dig there to your 'mates' I enjoyed that.

[Sonny]

The Dundalk squad might be sizable in terms of two per (most) positions, but the 3 incomings so far Patching, Sloggett and Leahy are to counter two who have already moved out in Benson and Jarvis. I think we need another striker, and definitely a winger, as there was little option for Duffy when his kid was born and he missed the away game in Riga last summer.

I heard a striker from UK was being looked at, no details on who this is / from what club though.

Surely another striker would involve moving Kelly on then? Hoban, Kelly and another high profile striker for one position seems like overkill.

[A N Mouse]

The Dundalk squad might be sizable in terms of two per (most) positions, but the 3 incomings so far Patching, Sloggett and Leahy are to counter two who have already moved out in Benson and Jarvis. I think we need another striker, and definitely a winger, as there was little option for Duffy when his kid was born and he missed the away game in Riga last summer.

I heard a striker from UK was being looked at, no details on who this is / from what club though.

Given Dundalk's penchant for all things red and white could be last seasons golden boot winner, or last season's top scorer in all competitions, both currently back with their parent clubs.

[oriel]

Kelly is contracted to end of 2020, Hoban to end of 2021, both can score at home, especially the latter, but still think they are after a better striker for Europe. Goals scored last season was ridiculously low (2), including a missed pen.

If a new one arrives, not sure how this would go, but might see Kelly moving, maybe on loan?

[Mr A]

Andy Myler the new UCD manager. No mention of where Maciej fits in, if at all.

Don't know what Myler's been doing with himself the past few years?

If he could make some reference to Harps being wrestlers, that would be great. Don't want to end up looking like some sort of mentaller.

[Ezeikial]

Surely another striker would involve moving Kelly on then? Hoban, Kelly and another high profile striker for one position seems like overkill.

While there is no room for another traditional old style centre forward, a striker with pace operating behind the no 9 or from either wing would offer a lot of tactical options. Whether Georgie Kelly will be patient if he does not get more game time this season is a separate if related issue

[Dalymountrower]

It's nice to see you give such an impassioned defence of your parent club.
Not quite sure what the spawn of Dundalk FC is? Is there a football related paternity test that you can recommend?

[Sonny]

While there is no room for another traditional old style centre forward, a striker with pace operating behind the no 9 or from either wing would offer a lot of tactical options. Whether Georgie Kelly will be patient if he does not get more game time this season is a separate if related issue

Obviously he won't be allowed near Rovers, but I actually think he's exactly what we need. Greene is key to the way we play and I'd be surprised if we brought someone in who would replace him in the starting line up, but what is desperately needed is an alternative option off the bench who offers something different and is a natural finisher.

[Ezeikial]

The Dundalk squad might be sizable in terms of two per (most) positions, but the 3 incomings so far Patching, Sloggett and Leahy are to counter two who have already moved out in Benson and Jarvis. I think we need another striker, and definitely a winger, as there was little option for Duffy when his kid was born and he missed the away game in Riga last summer.

I heard a striker from UK was being looked at, no details on who this is / from what club though.

Out of last seasons first team squad there could be as many as 7 players leaving to make way for new arrivals.

Currently there are 4 of last seasons squad who have already gone to other clubs - Benson (St Pats), Jarvis (Larne), Folan (South Melbourne) & Treacy (Drogheda). Another 3 are not signed up for next season and/or may be moving on - McGrath, Hand & Dummigan.

There will be more signings at Dundalk in the New Year - the quality of them will tell a lot about where Peak6 sit in terms of the stated goal of making the group stages in Europe again

[Ezeikial]

Obviously he won't be allowed near Rovers, but I actually think he's exactly what we need. Greene is key to the way we play and I'd be surprised if we brought someone in who would replace him in the starting line up, but what is desperately needed is an alternative option off the bench who offers something different and is a natural finisher.

You make it sound so attractive!

Swap a place on the bench with the League Champions who have won 5 of the last 6 league titles (and 5 FAI and League Cups) for a place on the bench with the club who have won 1 FAI Cup and 1 League Cup in the same period?

[oriel]

Out of last seasons first team squad there could be as many as 7 players leaving to make way for new arrivals.

Currently there are 4 of last seasons squad who have already gone to other clubs - Benson (St Pats), Jarvis (Larne), Folan (South Melbourne) & Treacy (Drogheda). Another 3 are not signed up for next season and/or may be moving on - McGrath, Hand & Dummigan.There will be more signings at Dundalk in the New Year - the quality of them will tell a lot about where Peak6 sit in terms of the stated goal of making the group stages in Europe again

Forgot about Hand, he is rumoured to be going to Bohs, McGrath seems UK bound or staying, I'd be thinking the latter, and Dummigan is under contract, in any other side he'd be a first choice starter, unfortunate for him, best right full in last 10 years in LOI is in his way.

[Ezeikial]

Forgot about Hand, he is rumoured to be going to Bohs, McGrath seems UK bound or staying, I'd be thinking the latter, and Dummigan is under contract, in any other side he'd be a first choice starter, unfortunate for him, best right full in last 10 years in LOI is in his way.

While Cameron Dummigan is under contract, there are strong and persistent rumours that he wants to relocate because of his personal family situation. There were also reports that Dundalk rejected substantial offers from the UK (https://www.grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/grimsby-transfer-news-cameron-dummigan-3129729) last summer. The signing of Darragh Leahy indicates that he will not be needed for cover at left back and he has a thankless task displacing Sean Gannon.

I expect he will be transferred in January if there are decent cross-channel offers.

[SeanDrog]

Drogs announce Richie O Farrell has signed from UCD.

[SkStu]

Dan Casey - back to Bohs

https://mobile.twitter.com/bfcdublin/status/1205540765428060160

[ThirdManRun]

Andy Myler the new UCD manager. No mention of where Maciej fits in, if at all.

Don't know what Myler's been doing with himself the past few years?

They’ve just lost underage internationals Richie O’Farrell and Tom Murphy too. O’Farrell seems a strange loss considering he played so much last season and is on a scholarship.

Tomás O’Connor (Limerick) and Colm Whelan (Waterford) both in on scholarships with UCD. Whelan was top scorer in the U19 league last season with 21 goals in 19 games.

[Sonny]

You make it sound so attractive!

Swap a place on the bench with the League Champions who have won 5 of the last 6 league titles (and 5 FAI and League Cups) for a place on the bench with the club who have won 1 FAI Cup and 1 League Cup in the same period?

Is there really any need for the petty ****e? I haven't been remotely antagonistic towards Dundalk on this thread. If he is under contract with you there is zero chance of him ending up with us, and I wasn't suggesting it was a realistic possibility, just saying he is exactly the profile of player we need.

My initial point remains that surely it would be pointless having him sitting on the bench earning what is probably reasonable money with two players ahead of him for one position and unlikely to get much of an opportunity to kick a ball. Hard to see him being happy with that situation either, so in that case it would suit both parties for him to move on (and obviously we wouldn't even be an option in that scenario).

[Ezeikial]

Is there really any need for the petty ****e? I haven't been remotely antagonistic towards Dundalk on this thread. If he is under contract with you there is zero chance of him ending up with us, and I wasn't suggesting it was a realistic possibility, just saying he is exactly the profile of player we need.

My initial point remains that surely it would be pointless having him sitting on the bench earning what is probably reasonable money with two players ahead of him for one position and unlikely to get much of an opportunity to kick a ball. Hard to see him being happy with that situation either, so in that case it would suit both parties for him to move on (and obviously we wouldn't even be an option in that scenario).

OK apologies Sonny - maybe comparing the recent trophy count was a little insensitive.

But if you check back on your posts you may realise that you were suggesting that Georgie Kelly would be an ideal "alternative option off the bench" for Rovers in the light of him not getting enough regular game time at Dundalk.

Swapping one bench for another is hardly an attractive option!

[Sonny]

OK apologies Sonny - maybe comparing the recent trophy count was a little insensitive.

But if you check back on your posts you may realise that you were suggesting that Georgie Kelly would be an ideal "alternative option off the bench" for Rovers in the light of him not getting enough regular game time at Dundalk.

Swapping one bench for another is hardly an attractive option!

Is this the post that I prefaced with "obviously he wouldn't be allowed anywhere near Rovers"? I was literally just saying he is the exact profile of striker we need.

Regardless I don't actually think it would be as clear cut as "swapping one bench for another" in the hypothetical scenario that you signed another big name striker and he was out of contract and free to do whatever he wanted. I would say the best and most likely move for him would be somewhere like Pat's where he would be in with a better shout of a regular start, but if he had dropped further down the pecking order for you and had the offer of a competitive contract competing for a place with Greene then I would imagine it would be something he would consider. That's all hypothetical ****e talk anyway, and I hope we pick up a goalscorer with a similar profile.

[marinobohs]

It's nice to see you give such an impassioned defence of your parent club, but I never said they weren't good signings. It seemed listening to Perth that his focus was bringing in players from outside the league that would significantly improve the level, so I was a bit surprised the first two signings were Irish based squad players to add to an already sizable squad, but as the non-closeted Dundalk fan kindly pointed out the nature of the European transfer windows makes those signings more likely in January.

So, commenting on Dundalk transfers make one a closet fan ? You might want to check you last dozen posts so.

I mean it wouldn't be like a sham to have double standards now would it ?
Keep on spoofing.

[nigel-harps1954]

Harps have signed Aidy Delap on loan from Derry for 6 months.

[Dalymountrower]

Paddy Kirk signs for Bohs. Delighted with that.

[marinobohs]

Paddy Kirk signs for Bohs. Delighted with that. yea with Leahy gone it makes sense.

[Martinho II]

Tristan Noack Hofmann has joined Bray Wanderers to rejoin his ex assistant manager of Longford Town Gary Cronin.

[Dalymountrower]

[QUOTE=ontheotherhand;2026339]You seem a little enraged. It was bohs fans attacking each other in the Jodi while rovers fans celebrated with their team. Did you think I thought you were a player? Buckley maybe? You have similar temperaments I suppose.

And I'm sure you would like people to forget your previous inaccuracies and contradictions. It's mildly amusing reminding you of them though.[/QUOTE

Any chance that the mods can clean up this thread? New arrivals/departures is genuinely interesting whereas petty point scoring and whataboutery genuinely isn`t.

[nigel-harps1954]

Josh Smith signs for Galway from Harps.

[Charlie Darwin]

Longford have signed Eric Abulu from us and a 16-year-old called Matt O'Brien from Phoenix.

[sbgawa]

Disappointing to see Eric Abulu leaving.
Is that a loan or has he signed permanently?

[passinginterest]

Disappointing to see Eric Abulu leaving.
Is that a loan or has he signed permanently?

Surprising if it's permanent alright. He was a standout at under 17 and handled the step up to 19's well. Think he's eligible for 19s again this year too. Has the potential to make a really good player and he should have a good impact at that level.

[Zenith]

https://www.waterfordfc.ie/club-statement-lee-power/

[Dalymountrower]

Shane Ross ,predicting that if the FAI goes under the League will too! Cheers for spooking our sponsors.
What a vote of confidence!Hopefully he will have departed before next season starts.

[pineapple stu]

https://www.waterfordfc.ie/club-statement-lee-power/
So one more year and he's off? Unless what - European football I guess?

Not a massive surprise, but still disappointing/worrying for Waterford fans I'm sure

[Martinho II]

Disappointing to see Eric Abulu leaving.
Is that a loan or has he signed permanently?

it doesnt say on our website but judging it I think its a permanent move.

[CuanaD]

Bohemians 2020 squad
Goalkeepers: James Talbot, Stephen McGuinness

Defenders: Andy Lyons, Anto Breslin, Dan Casey, James Finnerty, Rob Cornwall

Midfielders: Conor Levingston, Danny Mandroiu, JJ Lunney, Keith Buckley, Keith Ward, Kris Twardek, Luke Wade-Slater, Ross Tierney

Forwards: Dinny Corcoran, Andre Wright, Glen McAuley, Daniel Grant, Promise Omochere, Christian Magerusan, Dawson Devoy


Looking solid - might still need another defender, but looking at a good solid squad there again.
Looking forward to watching Tierney mature next season - his play impressed me a lot in the handful of games I saw him in this year.

[pineapple stu]

Any word on where Ryan Swan is off to?

[Ezeikial]

Bohemians 2020 squad
Goalkeepers: James Talbot, Stephen McGuinness

Defenders: Andy Lyons, Anto Breslin, Dan Casey, James Finnerty, Rob Cornwall

Midfielders: Conor Levingston, Danny Mandroiu, JJ Lunney, Keith Buckley, Keith Ward, Kris Twardek, Luke Wade-Slater, Ross Tierney

Forwards: Dinny Corcoran, Andre Wright, Glen McAuley, Daniel Grant, Promise Omochere, Christian Magerusan, Dawson Devoy


Looking solid - might still need another defender, but looking at a good solid squad there again.
Looking forward to watching Tierney mature next season - his play impressed me a lot in the handful of games I saw him in this year.

Paddy Kirk is missing from that squad list, after signing back a few days ago. (https://www.the42.ie/paddy-kirk-bohs-4937129-Dec2019/)

There are some very talented young players in that squad and apart from Ross Tierney, Danny Mandriou and Daniel Grant have the potential to light up the league.

What's the sceal with Robbie McCourt?

[marinobohs]

Paddy Kirk is missing from that squad list, after signing back a few days ago. (https://www.the42.ie/paddy-kirk-bohs-4937129-Dec2019/)

There are some very talented young players in that squad and apart from Ross Tierney, Danny Mandriou and Daniel Grant have the potential to light up the league.

What's the sceal with Robbie McCourt?
Robbie rumoured to be joining shels. Heard he was playing for Tolka Rovers recently very talented player and looked class at times but just didn't seem to work out for him at Bohs. Hopefully can get back on track at his next club (except against Bohs !)

[Jack B]

Bohs' squad looks strong. Bit worried about how quiet it's gone for us recently. On one hand it's a good sign that SOD seems quite particular about who he wants in and won't sign anyone for the sake of it, but we still need a good few more in and are running out of time and options.

[marinobohs]

Bohs' squad looks strong. Bit worried about how quiet it's gone for us recently. On one hand it's a good sign that SOD seems quite particular about who he wants in and won't sign anyone for the sake of it, but we still need a good few more in and are running out of time and options.
With Dundalk expected to look "across the water" he may be waiting until January to see if they release any of the current squad.

[Nesta99]

Bohs' squad looks strong. Bit worried about how quiet it's gone for us recently. On one hand it's a good sign that SOD seems quite particular about who he wants in and won't sign anyone for the sake of it, but we still need a good few more in and are running out of time and options.

As opposition analyst and scout for Dundalk i'd have no doubt that he has a list of specific targets in mind. January will be the key period. Pat's have already have a decent squad that can be massivelt iproved without a whole load of signings. Will be a work in progress for 2020 but will be a handful next season. The now infamous Mr Hatstand will indicate a lot about where Pats can go in the short term.

[marinobohs]

As opposition analyst and scout for Dundalk i'd have no doubt that he has a list of specific targets in mind. January will be the key period. Pat's have already have a decent squad that can be massivelt iproved without a whole load of signings. Will be a work in progress for 2020 but will be a handful next season. The now infamous Mr Hatstand will indicate a lot about where Pats can go in the short term.

If Dundalk were to bring in a decent striker (as rumored) I could see Pats and shams throwing any number of kitchen sinks 😁 at Georgie Kelly.