Dundalk FC confirm new investment
Investment follows Brian Ainscough's close-season takeover
Dundalk Football Club have today announced that they secured new investment from Dublin-born duo Chris Clinton and John Keenan.
Chris and John are Irish-born and American-based businessmen who have backgrounds in finance, data, and IT. They will work with owner Brian Ainscough to further the club's future expansion.
North County Dublin native Clinton left for the United States in the middle of the 1980s after attending Dundalk Regional Technical College.
He has worked in the technology and healthcare sectors for the majority of his career.
Speaking on his investment to the club website, Clinton said: “I attended many Dundalk FC games when I was a student at Dundalk RTC, as it was known back in the day.
“I'm delighted to have the chance to work with Brian (Ainscough) and his team to bring success back to this great club and passionate supporters.”
Keenan moved to America on a football scholarship after playing for Home Farm and for the Republic of Ireland at youth level.
John spent two years playing professionally in the America before deciding to into finance. He lives in Florida and works as executive with Equity Services Inc. at the moment.
Keenan added, “I'm really excited by this opportunity and I'm looking forward to getting involved with Dundalk FC and helping the club and community to thrive for years to come.”
Club owner, Brian Ainscough, concluded by saying: “Chris knows Dundalk very well and has worked in IT for many years but, more importantly, he is passionate about football and wants to help make Dundalk the number one club in the country.
"John has been a friend of mine for over 40 years. During that time, we played together for many seasons. He is a great team leader and will be a huge resource for the club.”