Sligo Rovers swoop for Colm Horgan

Premier Division side Sligo Rovers have unveiled the signing of full-back Colm Horgan ahead of the 2021 season.

Horgan departs his former club Derry City who missed out on European football last year, with Sligo taking their place.

The 26-year-old has also played for Galway United and Cork City – and he is hopeful that he can help the Bit O’Red push on again during the 2021 season.

“I’m very excited,” he told Sligo’s media team. “When I got the call, Liam didn’t have to say a lot to be honest. His name and the club’s name speak for themselves.

“I think the performances last year after the break also say a lot.

“I know it’s a brilliantly run-club and that the supporters here are always on hand to give the club an extra push when it’s needed.

“It’s football-mad here and I’m chomping at the bit to get started to be honest with you.

“The manager has a proven record of making players better and the club itself has a fantastic reputation.

“There’s European football to come and after fourth-place last season, there has to be an aim to improve on that.”

Sligo boss Liam Buckley added: “Colm brings fantastic experience to the group. We know all about his ability from keeping track on him in the league over the years, I’ve enquired about him before so it’s great to be able to bring him here today.  

“He comes to us at a very good age. He covers the right side but can also operate on the left and has done many times over the years.

He’s a good defender and gets up and down the flank well. It really strengthens us.”