Cork City teenager Matthew Moore set to join Hoffenheim

Cork City have confirmed that teenager Matthew Moore will leave the club in the summer to join Bundesliga side Hoffenheim.

Moore, 16, is the Ireland under-16 skipper and has been on the books of the Leesiders since under-14 level after joining from Carrigaline United.

The midfielder’s switch will see City pocket an undisclosed compensation fee in line with Fifa regulations.

“This is a really good opportunity for Matthew, and we are pleased with how the discussions between the two clubs have progressed,” City’s head of academy Liam Kearney said.

“We have had a very positive and professional dialogue with Hoffenheim, and we are pleased with the outcome.

“Matthew has been a pleasure to work with. His dedication to his game on and off the field has led to him reaching new levels each year.

“It is a testament also to the excellent work being done by our academy coaches. I have no doubt Matthew will excel at his new club. We wish him all the best for the future.”