Mackey: I’d love to see Johnston back

His departure cut Cavan to the quick, but Cian Mackey insists he won’t hold any grudge against Seanie Johnston if the former captain chooses to return to his native county.

GPA Opel Footballer of the Month for July, Mackey, was Cavan’s sole attacking inspiration against Kerry last weekend.

In fact, it was his brilliant long range point that reduced their arrears to five points with around 10 minutes to go, offering genuine hope they could turn around a nine-point interval deficit.