Darren Mullen is delighted to announce the signing of John Boyle to Newry. “This signing is a big statement of intent for the club. We had been poor defensively of late and John is exactly what we need. He is a natural leader and comes with a wealth of experience not only in this division but having played premiership football for three seasons. To get someone of his stature is never easy but he believes in what we are trying to achieve at the club and hopefully he will be here for the next 3-4 years. I’m sure our fans will be delighted with this signing and I’ve no doubt he will improve what is already a strong squad.”

John Boyle commented “it has been a long hard week but I am very pleased with how it has all worked out. I know and have played with a lot of the boys and I am excited to catch up with them again and get stuck in to help with the promotion push! I know the club has big ambitions and I hope I can play a big part in helping to deliver that over the coming months.”

Photograph courtesy of Ally McKenzie