View Full Version : 2020 season arrivals and departures..................Rumours!
placid casual
11/11/2019, 4:27 PM
The lad is a very good player (I would love it if he was playing for Dundalk), but the Dublin media hype is obviously sucking many in.
Over €500,000 for a player who recently failed to impress at Kilmarnock and has gone through Blackburn Rovers, Wigan and Oldham between 2017 and 2018 - I just can't see it
Just wait till you see what In Jack goes for, in the end. It will be considerably more than €500k let me tell you.
Interesting to hear talk of Benson leaving dundalk. I'd have him at Rovers no problems.
Kingdom
11/11/2019, 6:15 PM
Harry ascroft signed for Dandenong Thunder of Melbourne.
I was trying to figure which rival club you were taking the **** out of. They're a real team aren't they?
Interesting to hear talk of Benson leaving dundalk. I'd have him at Rovers no problems.
Hands off - he's coming to Richmond :p
mrtndvn
11/11/2019, 6:36 PM
he lad is a very good player (I would love it if he was playing for Dundalk), but the Dublin media hype is obviously sucking many in.
Over €500,000 for a player who recently failed to impress at Kilmarnock and has gone through Blackburn Rovers, Wigan and Oldham between 2017 and 2018 - I just can't see it
I honestly dont get why Dundalk fans dont rate the league's best player. It's getting stupid.
Jack B
11/11/2019, 8:23 PM
Do the right thing Robbie.
Ezeikial
11/11/2019, 9:20 PM
Just wait till you see what In Jack goes for, in the end. It will be considerably more than €500k let me tell you.
We heard something similar about Michael O'Connor going to Burnley for mega money a few months before Rovers offloaded him to Finn Harps.
I don't doubt that Jack Byrne is likely to head back for another crack at English football, I just doubt that any club will pay that sort of fee for him
Ezeikial
11/11/2019, 9:26 PM
I honestly dont get why Dundalk fans dont rate the league's best player. It's getting stupid.
Stupid?
You are embarrassing yourself
Read what I posted again where I said he is a very good player and that I would love if he was playing for Dundalk.
Nesta99
11/11/2019, 9:30 PM
I honestly dont get why Dundalk fans dont rate the league's best player. It's getting stupid.
He certainly is rated and Dundalk fans would have him at Oriel undoubtedly. It's different from questioning how he would do in England again after chances already had. Valuing him in and around the 500k is based on previous transfers no doubt. The same questions would be asked if Hoban was looking to go back to England, McEleney also. Dundalk fans have been questioning what McGrath has shown this season that would suggest a successful move across the water as is rumoured, that doesnt mean he isnt rated at Dundalk.
Benson is looking to get his off field carrer going so semi-pro football is what he has said would suit him. Money might talk but it would suggest that playing FT at Tallaght wouldnt be on the cards. But who knows, maybe not having any commute will provide the additional time he is looking for.
mrtndvn
11/11/2019, 9:49 PM
To talk about Fats, Hoban or McGrath in the same breath is Byrne is ridiculous. Duffy at a push perhaps, but Byrne is streets ahead of most.
If he wasn't breaking people's legs he wouldn't be playing in this league.
Nesta99
12/11/2019, 12:05 PM
i wasnt making a comparison, simply saying that similar questions would be asked about any player who had multiple shots at a career abroad that didnt work out - including Dundalk fans on Dundalk players. Byrne isnt being singled out!
D24Saint
12/11/2019, 12:49 PM
Gartland has apparently poured cold water on links to Pats.
sbgawa
12/11/2019, 12:55 PM
He certainly is rated and Dundalk fans would have him at Oriel undoubtedly. It's different from questioning how he would do in England again after chances already had. Valuing him in and around the 500k is based on previous transfers no doubt. The same questions would be asked if Hoban was looking to go back to England, McEleney also. Dundalk fans have been questioning what McGrath has shown this season that would suggest a successful move across the water as is rumoured, that doesnt mean he isnt rated at Dundalk.
Benson is looking to get his off field carrer going so semi-pro football is what he has said would suit him. Money might talk but it would suggest that playing FT at Tallaght wouldnt be on the cards. But who knows, maybe not having any commute will provide the additional time he is looking for.
I thought Pats (where rumour has it he is headed) are full time, isnt that why Conan Byrne went to Shels?
D24Saint
12/11/2019, 12:58 PM
I thought Pats (where rumour has it he is headed) are full time, isnt that why Conan Byrne went to Shels?
Not sure what way the set up will be next season. This year Harry Kenny held training in the mornings but not sure how SOD will proceed, as with most things the budget will dictate what’s practical.
Ezeikial
12/11/2019, 1:01 PM
Update on the Lee Grace situation
https://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/league-of-ireland/article38684869.ece
Update on the Lee Grace situation
https://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/league-of-ireland/article38684869.ece
Did Rovers pay a transfer fee for Grace and only sign him on a 1 year deal?
Asterix
14/11/2019, 11:11 PM
Did Rovers pay a transfer fee for Grace and only sign him on a 1 year deal?
Been with us for 2 and a half seasons now.
Ezeikial
15/11/2019, 7:57 AM
Did Rovers pay a transfer fee for Grace and only sign him on a 1 year deal?
The answers to your questions are in the link of the thread you quoted
He was in the army in his youth before signing for Wexford Youths and only turned pro when he penned a deal with Galway United ahead of the 2017 season.
Rovers paid €25,000 to take him from cash strapped Galway before the summer transfer window closed.
https://www.independent.ie/sport/soccer/league-of-ireland/article38684869.ece
sbgawa
15/11/2019, 9:29 AM
Grace would be a big loss to us , he has been terrific over the last two and a half years topped off by making the PFAI team of the year this year.
Seems churlish to hope he doesn't do well on his trial , hopefully they offer him a deal that he doesnt accept :)
disgruntled
15/11/2019, 9:59 AM
Grace would be a big loss to us , he has been terrific over the last two and a half years topped off by making the PFAI team of the year this year.
Seems churlish to hope he doesn't do well on his trial , hopefully they offer him a deal that he doesnt accept :)
Unfortunately this is part & parcel of the League of Ireland & other leagues as well where a player goes to a higher level.
He's done very well for Rovers & will be a big loss, that's if he goes of course ?
marinobohs
15/11/2019, 11:51 AM
Grace would be a big loss to us , he has been terrific over the last two and a half years topped off by making the PFAI team of the year this year.
Seems churlish to hope he doesn't do well on his trial , hopefully they offer him a deal that he doesnt accept :)
At this stage it’s probably his last chance to “give it a go” in England so can only wish him the best. Always frustrating to lose players, especially for no fee. He will be a loss to shams.
oriel
15/11/2019, 12:10 PM
Grace would be a big loss to us , he has been terrific over the last two and a half years topped off by making the PFAI team of the year this year.
Seems churlish to hope he doesn't do well on his trial , hopefully they offer him a deal that he doesnt accept :)
He would be a huge loss for you, also not sure where you go for a replacement, NI / UK / Europe ?
In comparison this is a real area of strength for DFC having 4 centre halfs under contract, and possibly only Gartland up next season, all 4 who will expect to start too, but to be fair all got plenty of games in rotation.
Ezeikial
15/11/2019, 12:20 PM
He would be a huge loss for you, also not sure where you go for a replacement, NI / UK / Europe.
Liam Scales is gagging for full time football. Not sure he is ready yet, but could be a good long term bet
Yes forgot about him, he would be a good replacement if Grace moved, but I wouldn't mind him also, if one of ours moved next season / got injured, nice age too.
Elbazoudi who scored for Ireland u21 yesterday was also linked with DFC< but I think he will prob have better options over the water. He's out of contract now with Waterford.
dundalkfc10
15/11/2019, 1:45 PM
Gartland has apparently poured cold water on links to Pats.
Was never a runner. Our best player in Cup Final at at minute is ahead of Andy Boyle who has been awful since he returned
Gartland is under contract to end of 2020, Dundalk were hardly just going to rip up his contract and let him leave, after only extending it during the summer.
I`d still consider Hoare / Boyle to be first choice, but Gartland was excellent v Linfield, trademark goal too, I wouldn’t agree Boyle has been awful, he just looks unfit, or certainly not at the level of the rest, he’s 3 more years left, improvement needed for next season, for sure.
VP on the LOI podcast yesterday said he’s after a number of players in various positions, and indicated these might need to be outside the league, but is in no rush.
Ezeikial
15/11/2019, 3:51 PM
Yes forgot about him, he would be a good replacement if Grace moved, but I wouldn't mind him also, if one of ours moved next season / got injured, nice age too.
Dundalk were previously reported to have had an interest in Liam Scales but since then Brian Gartland signed a contract extension. There is need for improvements in other areas but Gartland, Hoare, Boyle and Cleary are a formidable quarter to pick from. Dane Massey has also covered in that position. On top of all Scales did not advance his reputation with a couple of stinker performances in the 5-0 & 3-0 defeats against Dundalk last August.
He would be a better fit at Rovers
D24Saint
15/11/2019, 4:45 PM
Gartland is under contract to end of 2020, Dundalk were hardly just going to rip up his contract and let him leave, after only extending it during the summer.
I`d still consider Hoare / Boyle to be first choice, but Gartland was excellent v Linfield, trademark goal too, I wouldn’t agree Boyle has been awful, he just looks unfit, or certainly not at the level of the rest, he’s 3 more years left, improvement needed for next season, for sure.
VP on the LOI podcast yesterday said he’s after a number of players in various positions, and indicated these might need to be outside the league, but is in no rush.
I wasn’t aware he is under contract, a non starter so.
SeanDrog
15/11/2019, 8:40 PM
Derek Prendergast signed for Drogs. IMO a great signing bringing in experience to strengthen our back line and bring more “elder” wisdom to our very young squad. I’m delighted as I was gutted when he left us. A few years back.
outspoken
15/11/2019, 10:38 PM
surprised to see Conan Byrne who i rate released so quickly by Shels, he had injury troubles but i would have thought he was a premier player all day.
He cant go to Rovers or Pats as he works as a teacher in the day so Bohs , Bray or Cabo who train in the evening (afaik) might be options.
He said on his podcast he wasnt planning on retiring so one of those clubs is getting a good player, maybe Longford who train in Dublin (i think)
We only just missed out on him last season but tbh from what I saw this season he looks well past it.
total hoofball
16/11/2019, 8:33 AM
Derek Prendergast signed for Drogs. IMO a great signing bringing in experience to strengthen our back line and bring more “elder” wisdom to our very young squad. I’m delighted as I was gutted when he left us. A few years back.
He was still outstanding for Shels last season at 34 and had no apparent fitness/slowing down issues I think he's the perfect experienced leader to fit into that youthful backline at Drogheda. Was hoping he would stay on with Shels but with our expanded training schedule and extra 9 league games at his age would have put paid to that
Martinho II
16/11/2019, 3:12 PM
We only just missed out on him last season but tbh from what I saw this season he looks well past it.
Didnt know that about him coming close to joining and have to agree with u on him looking washed up. Its all the media work I think!
Martinho II
16/11/2019, 3:14 PM
Confirmed on one of our accounts online that Tristan Noack Hofmann has departed us. To where I am not sure but wouldnt be surprised if its Athlone. No word on Paul OConor staying or Jack Doherty. any news on those two at all?
Ezeikial
22/11/2019, 6:32 PM
It looks like the Lee Grace potential move to Hull is not happening based on Grant McCann's comments
Hull City
@HullCity
(https://twitter.com/HullCity)
GM: “Lee Grace is someone we’re well aware of. He came over for 3 or 4 days, but we’re pleased with the 5 or 6 centre-backs we’ve got.”
https://twitter.com/HullCity/status/1197871004057554947
Does this mean that Liam Scales is more likely to move to St Pats over Shamrock Rovers if regular first team football is a priority for him?
It looks like the Lee Grace potential move to Hull is not happening based on Grant McCann's comments
https://twitter.com/HullCity/status/1197871004057554947
Does this mean that Liam Scales is more likely to move to St Pats over Shamrock Rovers if regular first team football is a priority for him?
Don't see why it would. We have been playing with three centre halves since mid-season and only have three real first team centre halves at the club - one of whom will be 34 by the time the season starts. Even if Grace stays at the club Scales would get plenty of game time.
I see Darragh Leahy is linked to Dundalk now, not sure if he is under contract with Bohs though, I thought he was. He's a smashing player, would be serious competition to Massey but it would almost certainly see Jarvis out the door.
Dalymountrower
24/11/2019, 12:20 PM
I see Darragh Leahy is linked to Dundalk now, not sure if he is under contract with Bohs though, I thought he was. He's a smashing player, would be serious competition to Massey but it would almost certainly see Jarvis out the door.
He was linked over a month ago.Out of contract with Bohs.
Dalymountrower
24/11/2019, 12:22 PM
Strong rumour that Leahy signed for Dundalk on decent money, so good luck to him.
If he has signed, or is on the verge, I think Bohs will be due compensation for a years wages etc due to that rule with young players.
sbgawa
24/11/2019, 8:04 PM
That won't be a lot , th ett play for the love of the game there 😀
Dalymountrower
24/11/2019, 9:29 PM
Jaysus Sbgawa,you still celebrating ?
Leahy will have to get used to playing in front of smaller home crowds.
sbgawa
24/11/2019, 9:58 PM
Lol I have to say I'm still I unbelievable celebrating mode. What u young lads don't appreciate is there are rovers fans that thought we'd be ubderground by the time we won the cup again :) :)
marinobohs
24/11/2019, 10:34 PM
Lol I have to say I'm still I unbelievable celebrating mode. What u young lads don't appreciate is there are rovers fans that thought we'd be ubderground by the time we won the cup again :) :)
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