Harps announce signing of Shane McMonagle

View of the Finn Harps Official Umbro Match Ball (2021 Season) captured on the pitch at Finn Park.

View of the Finn Harps Official Umbro Match Ball (2021 Season) captured on the pitch at Finn Park. Credit: Clare McCahill (ETPhotos)

Finn Harps have announced the signing of Shane McMonagle ahead of the League of Ireland First Division season.

McMonagle was previously with local club Aileach FC and impressed enough during preseason to sign for the 2023 season.

“I’m very happy to be signed with the club for the new season. I’ve really enjoyed being part of preseason preparations and it’s a great opportunity to test myself at this level,” the player said, speaking to the club’s media team.

“Dave, Murph and the rest of the staff are really big on promoting a good environment in the squad as a group but also on developing us as players.

“I feel I’ve definitely improved in the last few weeks so I’m excited to get going now on Friday and hopefully we can get the club back where we belong.”

Harps manager Dave Rogers added: “Shane is a really good lad and has really impressed us since he’s come in. He is strong, fearless in the tackle and his reading of the game is improving all the time.

“It’s hugely important for me and the club to provide this platform for local talent to come in and develop both as footballers and as young men.

“These lads know what it means to represent their county and their loyal supporters. Shane is another great addition in this regard and I’m sure he’ll have the full backing of the Finn Harps faithful.”

Harps begin their season when they welcome Galway United to Finn Park on Friday nigh (kick-off 7.45pm).

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