Rovers bring Cotter on board

SHAMROCK Rovers have added defender Barry Cotter to their ranks as they continue their pursuit of a second straight Airtricity League title.

Normally playing at right back, the 22-year-old will join the squad with immediate effect.

It was with Limerick that Cotter began his senior career in 2017 before moving to Ipswich Town at the start of the following year, making his Championship debut against Barnsley three months later.

After four first team appearances in a little over three years, that included two loan spells with National League South outfit Chelmsford City, he left Portman Road in March of this year.

Cotter made his Ireland Under 19s debut back in 2017, coming on as a substitute in a 2-1 loss to Norway at La Manga.

Pleased at securing his services, Rovers manager Stephen Bradley said “We are delighted to sign Barry. He has many of the attributes we look for in a player and we look forward to working with him”.