Farrell’s dramatic return for Dubs

DESSIE FARRELL has made a dramatic and unexpected return to the Dublin football panel ahead of their Leinster final against Laois on July 17.

The news is a huge fillip to Paul Caffrey and his squad ahead of the provincial decider. Further good news has come in the shape of midfielder Darren Magee, who has decided against a trip to the US and who is now expected to rejoin the squad at the weekend.

Farrell damaged knee cruciate ligaments during the All-Ireland qualifier against Roscommon last August, prompting speculation that his 12-year inter-county career was finally at an end.