Cork City FC eyes new retail store in commercial drive

The club is also looking at securing a long-term training base and is increasing its community outreach

Dermot Usher, Cork City FC's new owner, says he wants companies to be able to support the club and get something back in return.

The owner of Cork City Football Club is targeting annual commercial revenues of more than €1m as he outlined ambitious plans for the club’s future.

Majority owner Dermot Usher said the club viewed a premises in the city centre last Friday with a view to opening a new retail outlet — part of a series of off-the-field ventures to bolster the business.