Dublin set to finalise Spawell purchase

Dublin are expected to seal a deal to purchase the southside Spawell complex to develop a 25,000 stadium by the end of the month.

The county board had previously bid for the NAMA-owned 35-acre site situated in Templeogue off the M50 adjacent to the Faughs and St Judes’ GAA clubs. However, their offer was believed to be approximately €500,000 less than the €9 million-plus price that was accepted.

The decision prompted criticism from Dublin secretary John Costello, who claimed NAMA had abdicated its duty towards community development. However, it was reported negotiations between the board and Davy Investment, who manage the complex, opened in the latter half of 2016 and an agreement is understood to be imminent.