Great Outdoors boss says new Decathlon store will drive footfall into Dublin city

Decathlon will join H&M and Pret a Manger in the restored Clerys building

Decathlon has expanded its presence in Ireland following the success of its €13m store in Ballymun, opposite Ikea, which opened shortly before the pandemic arrived in Ireland. Picture: Sam Boal/Rollingnews.ie

Irish-founded business Great Outdoors said it is not concerned about French sport retailing giant Decathlon moving into the Clerys building in Dublin city centre, a short distance from its location on South Great George’s St.

Great Outdoors director Derek Moody said that the decision by Decathlon to open a second shop in Dublin is “a risk” as he expects more customers to shop there but it will also create a positive effect for his business.