It’s Fergie Time

Derry City FC is delighted to announce that Shane Ferguson has joined the Brandywell club this morning as Tiernan Lynch’s squad continues to take shape ahead of the new season.

Shane has Premier League experience at Newcastle United and has also represented Northern Ireland on 57 occasions, and arrives here having spent the past few seasons at Rotherham United.

He can play either at left back or on the left wing; the type of versatility that his new manager will be delighted to have as an option.

The Eglinton man has agreed a one-year deal with the option of a second and says he can’t wait to get started after the Christmas break.

“I’m delighted to be coming home and once I had spoken with Tiernan and heard his plans for the club, it was a simple decision” he said.

“I’ve been training hard after a frustrating last season and I’m feeling very strong. I will really benefit now from a full pre-season and be ready to go when the new campaign starts.

“Derry City is obviously a club I know a bit about and I’m well aware of how passionate that support base is. I’m really looking forward to doing my bit to hopefully bring success to the Brandywell.”

Ferguson becomes the third signing of the week after Adam O’Reilly and Brian Maher with the manager suggesting there could be one or two more in the coming weeks.