ED MCGINTY HAS joined Shamrock Rovers, having earlier confirmed he would not be returning to Sligo Rovers.
The highly-rated goalkeeper began his career with Sligo, before signing for Oxford United in 2022. McGinty returned to Sligo Rovers on loan last season, and impressed as John Russell’s side finished sixth in the Premier Division.
The 25-year-old was out of contract with Oxford this summer, and despite Sligo hopes he would return to the Showgrounds, he has instead joined Shamrock Rovers on a multi-year contract. McGinty is likely to be first-choice at Rovers, relegating Leon Pohls back down to second-choice.
“We’ve been talking to Ed for some time, also talking to Oxford, and these things take time when he’s signed somewhere else”, said Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley. “But we are delighted to get Ed in, he was the standout keeper in the league last season and he’s grown and matured over the years, so he’s a player we think will really help us grow.”
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“It wasn’t too difficult leaving Oxford, but it was always difficult leaving Sligo Rovers”, said McGinty.
“It’s been a big part of my life so that was a tough part. At the same time, Shamrock Rovers is the biggest club in Ireland, what they’ve done in Europe is incredible, so I want to come and help them and improve them. When Stephen rang me, I could sense his level of drive and ambition, and that matches mine. So, in a sense, it was an easy decision.”
McGinty has been joined by former Bohemians winger Danny Grant as an off-season addition to the Shamrock Rovers squad. Bradley’s side have been depleted, however, by the exits of Sean Hoare (St Pat’s), Neil Farrugia (Barnsley) and Johnny Kenny, who has returned to Celtic following the end of his loan spell.
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Goalkeeper Ed McGinty completes move to Shamrock Rovers
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ED MCGINTY HAS joined Shamrock Rovers, having earlier confirmed he would not be returning to Sligo Rovers.
The highly-rated goalkeeper began his career with Sligo, before signing for Oxford United in 2022. McGinty returned to Sligo Rovers on loan last season, and impressed as John Russell’s side finished sixth in the Premier Division.
The 25-year-old was out of contract with Oxford this summer, and despite Sligo hopes he would return to the Showgrounds, he has instead joined Shamrock Rovers on a multi-year contract. McGinty is likely to be first-choice at Rovers, relegating Leon Pohls back down to second-choice.
“We’ve been talking to Ed for some time, also talking to Oxford, and these things take time when he’s signed somewhere else”, said Shamrock Rovers manager Stephen Bradley. “But we are delighted to get Ed in, he was the standout keeper in the league last season and he’s grown and matured over the years, so he’s a player we think will really help us grow.”
“It wasn’t too difficult leaving Oxford, but it was always difficult leaving Sligo Rovers”, said McGinty.
“It’s been a big part of my life so that was a tough part. At the same time, Shamrock Rovers is the biggest club in Ireland, what they’ve done in Europe is incredible, so I want to come and help them and improve them. When Stephen rang me, I could sense his level of drive and ambition, and that matches mine. So, in a sense, it was an easy decision.”
McGinty has been joined by former Bohemians winger Danny Grant as an off-season addition to the Shamrock Rovers squad. Bradley’s side have been depleted, however, by the exits of Sean Hoare (St Pat’s), Neil Farrugia (Barnsley) and Johnny Kenny, who has returned to Celtic following the end of his loan spell.
Meanwhile, Northern Ireland international Liam Boyce is closing in on a move to Derry City, according to a report in Scotland.
The Daily Record is reporting that the Hearts striker is in talks with the Candystripes and that he could depart over the weekend.
The experienced 33-year-old stated the Jambos’ last three games, but more regular playing time closer to home could appeal to Boyce.
Updated at 11.08 with confirmation of McGinty’s move to Shamrock Rovers
With reporting by Gavin Cooney
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