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06 Sept 2025

Dundalk FC player McEleney holding talks with number of clubs

There is said to be interest from within the League of Ireland

Dundalk FC player McEleney holding talks with number of clubs

Patrick McEleney. (Pic: Ciarán Culligan)

Dundalk playmaker Patrick McEleney is set for talks with numerous cross-water clubs in the next week, though it remains a possibility that he could sensationally re-join with hometown side Derry City.

The Derry Journal are reporting this morning that the 25-year-old will meet representatives from English League One outfits Blackburn Rovers, Doncaster Rovers and Oldham Athletic in the coming days. He has also been linked with a transfer to Wigan Athletic.

However, it's also understood that McEleney held talks with Derry boss Kenny Shiels yesterday and that a move to the Brandywell could be on if he fails to agree a move to England.

Dundalk are also said to have offered him a new deal.

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