Michael McDonnell re-signs for Longford ahead of 2022 campaign

Prince Mutswunguma of Waterford FC and Longford Town FC, Michael McDonnell, eyeball each other, during the Longford Town v Waterford FC, SSE Airtricity Premier Division match.

Prince Mutswunguma of Waterford FC and Longford Town FC, Michael McDonnell, eyeball each other, during the Longford Town v Waterford FC, SSE Airtricity Premier Division match. Credit: Gerry Shanahan (ETPhotos)

Longford Town continued their Christmas re-signings with the Christmas Eve announcement of the return of central defender Michael McDonnell for the 2022 season.

The centre half originally signed for the club from Newbridge Town in 2018 and was a key member of the defence which was promoted in 2020. At 29 years of age, he has worn the red and black on 94 occasions so far and will be aiming to reach beyond a century of appearances in 2022. 

Speaking with club media, ltfc.ie, he expressed his delight at re-signing, "I’m delighted to be back at the club for the upcoming season. It’s a club that means a lot to me and the aim is to get straight back into the Premier Division. From speaking to Gary about what he wants, I truly believe we can have a successful season together."

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