Galway sign versatile defender Andrew Peters

Right-back Andrew Peters has become the latest player to sign for Galway United, joining the Tribesmen from Mayo Super League side Claremorris AFC.

Peters is versatile as he can play at centre-half and as a defensive midfielder and he adds to Alan Murphy’s Galway United squad.

The 24-year-old previously played for Salthill Devon’s under-19 side in the 2012/13 season.

Murphy praised Peters for how hard he has worked during the off-season in order to earn the contract.  

“Andy is a model professional and has the dedication, ambition and competitiveness required.

“Over the course of the off-season, Andy stayed in touch with me about ways he could better himself, to hit the ground running in pre-season to secure a contract,” Murphy said. 

“You only need to see the physical shape and condition he has returned in to realise how hard he’s worked. 

“He’s got huge want and eagerness to learn and further his development at the club. 

“Andy hasn’t just come on the radar now, we’ve been keeping tabs on him over the years and he just needed a break in League of Ireland football to bring him to the next level and that’s what I’m hoping for in the coming season,” Murphy explained.

Peters explained how it was a no-brainer to sign when the opportunity came about to join Galway.



“I’ve been following the club closely over the past few years being from Mayo and have played with some current and former players such as Conor Barry, Alex Byrne and Colm Horgan. 

“Training with the squad at the back end of last year, I was very impressed with the standard, particularly the younger players coming through, so it really was a no-brainer to sign for the 2019 season,” Peters said. 

“Having the opportunity to work under such a prominent figure in Galway United’s history made it an easy decision to join and challenge myself at a higher level. 

“It’s evident from the sessions so far that the squad is highly competitive, with Alan assembling some of the best talent from across the Connacht region. 

“I’m delighted to be involved and will work hard to impose my own ability and have my own personal imprint on this Galway United team,” he said.

    About No Name

    View Full Profile