Sligo Rovers extend John Russell’s contract until end of 2026 campaign

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Sligo Rovers have confirmed that first-team boss John Russell has signed a two-year extension to his current contract at the Showgrounds. 

Russell, who won two FAI Cups with the club as a player, took over in summer 2022 having served as assistant to former manager Liam Buckley for three and a half seasons. 

And he has the Bit O’Red in with a fighting chance to qualify for the Europa Conference League next season – and also an unlikely Premier Division title this term.

“I’m absolutely delighted to extend my contract at the club. We have made really good progress this season”, Russell said.

“I feel myself and the staff have created a really good environment for our players to develop, improve and play with confidence. We want to win, but we want to win by playing an attractive, attacking brand of football, while continuing to promote from within our academy. 

“I understand our club model but that does not mean we cannot be competitive. We need to continue to be innovative in how we operate. 

“I’m excited for the challenge ahead and I am determined to bring success to this football club.”

Sligo Rovers chairperson Tommy Higgins added: “We’re over the moon to have secured terms with someone who knows this club inside out.

“John has proven himself as one of the top young managers in the country and is someone we feel can really take this club forward.

“He has produced some really striking results on the pitch and has made the squad really competitive in what is the tightest season of League of Ireland football in recent memory.”

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