JIMMY KEOHANE WILL be part of Cork City’s first Premier Division title defence in 12 years after penning a deal to stay with the Leesiders for the 2018 season.
Keohane, who previously spent four seasons at Exeter City, moved to Cork from Sligo Rovers at the end of last season on a one-year deal.
The 26-year-old Kilkenny native has been somewhat of a utility player for City this season, having featured at right-back, up front and in several midfield roles.
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“Personally I am really pleased with the season,” Keohane told Cork City FC’s official website. “I knew coming down here that it would be a competitive squad, which it was, and I am delighted that I played a lot of games.
“I played in a number of positions which I enjoyed. I feel like I can still offer a lot more to the team and, going into next year, there are some things I know I can definitely improve on and help the team.
“The Europa League was a wonderful experience, to travel around Europe playing the best teams from other leagues, and the Champions League is going to be another step-up again, which I am really looking forward to.”
Following on from the news that midfielders Gearoid Morrissey and Conor McCormack have both signed new two-year deals, Keohane is the third player this week to have committed his future to Cork City.
Next Sunday’s FAI Cup final against Dundalk offers City the opportunity to retain the silverware they won last year, while also completing the first double in the club’s history.
“We are delighted that Jimmy has committed to the club for next season,” said City manager John Caulfield. “As people will have seen, he is very versatile and has played in numerous positions even though, to be fair to him, the centre of midfield is his natural position.
“With his energy, his skill and his workrate, he has been a fantastic signing for us. When you come into a new club, it takes time to settle in and I think next year we will see the best of Jimmy Keohane.”
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JIMMY KEOHANE WILL be part of Cork City’s first Premier Division title defence in 12 years after penning a deal to stay with the Leesiders for the 2018 season.
Keohane, who previously spent four seasons at Exeter City, moved to Cork from Sligo Rovers at the end of last season on a one-year deal.
The 26-year-old Kilkenny native has been somewhat of a utility player for City this season, having featured at right-back, up front and in several midfield roles.
“Personally I am really pleased with the season,” Keohane told Cork City FC’s official website. “I knew coming down here that it would be a competitive squad, which it was, and I am delighted that I played a lot of games.
“I played in a number of positions which I enjoyed. I feel like I can still offer a lot more to the team and, going into next year, there are some things I know I can definitely improve on and help the team.
“The Europa League was a wonderful experience, to travel around Europe playing the best teams from other leagues, and the Champions League is going to be another step-up again, which I am really looking forward to.”
Following on from the news that midfielders Gearoid Morrissey and Conor McCormack have both signed new two-year deals, Keohane is the third player this week to have committed his future to Cork City.
Next Sunday’s FAI Cup final against Dundalk offers City the opportunity to retain the silverware they won last year, while also completing the first double in the club’s history.
“We are delighted that Jimmy has committed to the club for next season,” said City manager John Caulfield. “As people will have seen, he is very versatile and has played in numerous positions even though, to be fair to him, the centre of midfield is his natural position.
“With his energy, his skill and his workrate, he has been a fantastic signing for us. When you come into a new club, it takes time to settle in and I think next year we will see the best of Jimmy Keohane.”
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