Waterford sign former Ireland amateur international Kevin Lynch from Bray Wanderers

Waterford have signed left-back Kevin Lynch from recently-relegated Bray Wanderers ahead of the 2019 Premier Division season.

The 26-year-old has spent the past two-and-a-half seasons with the Seagulls since signing from AUL side Sheriff YC and was named supporters’ player of the year in 2018.

The former Ireland amateur international will fill the void left by Garry Comerford, who departed the club last month to join Munster rivals Cork City.

Lynch was part of the Irish amateur side that won the UEFA Regions Cup in 2015 and was part of the Sheriff side that beat Pike Rovers to win the FAI Junior Cup in 2016.

“I was away for a few weeks but I’d met Alan [Reynolds] beforehand and again when I got back,” Lynch told the club’s media team.

“I had a few other options around the league but to be honest once I knew the interest was there from Waterford it was an easy decision.

“Everything appealed to me about the opportunity. Of course the European football is a big attraction, but when you look at the club and the facilities too, the training ground and playing pitch, it’s a pro setup.

“I’ve played with Cory [Galvin] at Bray before so I’m looking forward to playing on the same team as him again. Last season was a tough one for me but this a great opportunity.

“I’m looking forward to playing in front of the Waterford crowd too which I saw last season as an opponent and I just can’t wait to start pre-season.”

Reynolds added: “Kevin is a strong left-sided player and he’s one I’m delighted to bring in. There were a few teams after him so it’s great that he’s signed for the season.



“He’s a good ball-playing defender and he likes to get forward so he’ll suit our style of play.

“He’s at a good age and has good experience from junior football and in the Premier Division too so he’ll be an important signing for us.”