US BILLIONAIRE DONALD Trump has bought one of Ireland’s top golf resorts, Doonbeg Golf Club and five-star lodge in County Clare.
Joint receivers Luke Charleton and David Hughes of Ernst and Young this afternoon confirmed that the spectacular Atlantic-front course has been sold to the property mogul’s Trump Organization.
Doonbeg becomes the 16th golf club in the Trump portfolio, and their first in Ireland. The 400-acre development will be renamed Trump International Golf Links, Ireland.
Trump said: “Doonbeg is an already terrific property that we will make even better — it will soon be an unparalleled resort destination with the highest standards of luxury.”
Doonbeg’s par four 15th hole (INPHO/Getty Images)
The Greg Norman-designed resort was acquired by investment firm South Street Partners last year, and receivers were appointed in mid-January. The Irish Examiner reports the Trump purchase at around €15 million.
The Lodge at Doonbeg includes 218 hotel suites as well as an expansive spa and several restaurants, which will be managed directly by the Trump Hotel Collection.
“There was a tremendous level of interest from domestic and international investors in this property,” Charleton said.
“It is particularly pleasing to have sold this prestigious property to The Trump Organisation who have the vision and resources to take what is an internationally renowned tourism resort to its next stage.”
Trump’s sons Donald Jr and Eric, both of whom were involved in the deal, are expected to arrive in Ireland tomorrow.
Can’t see him at United next year. Been a fantastic player and deserves nothing less than the fitting send off of lifting the trophy last night.
@Bognor regis: very true a fitting end to his Utd career I think
@Bognor regis: Didnt do to bad for a man who held his Club and fans to ransom, Twice.
@Ciarán: get a grip, he used leverage to get a wage hike. Happens every day in the workplace.
@Ciarán: what like slippy kissing the badge Chelsea come Knockin but knew he wouldn’t have as much authority ya ya
When Samson lost his hair, his power diminished, when Rooney gained his, his power diminished. Hair today, gone tomorrow.
@Paul Culligan: scored 27 league goals after the transplant and 34 in total that season. Then RVP came in and he became a midfielder.
He was an absolute beast of a footballer up until a few seasons ago. Age catches up with us all. Legend.
@Phil Sheppard: Age? lol….he’s younger than Ronaldo
@Phil Sheppard: Age? His legacy is set but to be honest he didn’t look after himself and should be still be a ‘beast’ of a player. Smoking and drinking is not looking after yourself. Kids should role model themselves on ronaldo and ibrahimovic not rooney.
@Brian O’Loughlin: yes, age. Meaning in football terms his legs have gone, his turn of pace isn’t their anymore. Has the penny dropped ? Do you comprehend ? Good Lad.
@Ardmore02: Thats your opinion & I might add That’s a separate issue, try and stay on topic. Good Lad, Jog on.
Defoe is 34, Rooney is 31. If Rooney moves on to a new premier club and gets some form, he’ll be heading to Russia.
Look at the state of those midfield options compared to previous generations Scholes Gerrard Lampard etc
@Eric Djemba-Djemba: and they will achieve the same
Not being picked for a qualifier against Scotland hardly means his international career is over.Rooney will be at the World Cup next year guaranteed.He’s by no means the player he was but is still better than half that squad
@Evangelos: how guaranteed?
@An_Beal_Bocht: In my opinion he’s guaranteed.Only around 4 or 5 of that squad have been to a World Cup so they’ll take for his experience if nothing else
How the mighty have fallen… Was always a fan of Rooney since he burst onto the scene as a teenager. Hope he moves to another PL club rather than go to a retirement home in US or China.
Best of luck to him. He had a good career overall and always gave everything. I think he could still do a job at a smaller club.
It’s disappointing but understandable why he was left out. He really hasn’t been playing much at all this season and others have been showing this abilities. I believe last night could be his last game for United. The way came on to lift the trophy, was very much like a Goodbye.
Still had a lot to give. It looks like Jose doesn’t fancy him. Still won’t be able to bring in a player as good as him. We will be sorry if he’s goes, was always a team player,