Bohs to sign U21 international Cooney

Bohemians are poised to sign Republic of Ireland U21 defender Sean Cooney.

The 21-year-old centre back has been training with Bohemians since being released by Coventry City at the end of the English season and has impressed player-boss Gareth Farrelly.

“Sean has been doing well since he linked up with us and it’s a case of 'watch-this-space',” said Farrelly.

Born in Perth, Australia, to Irish parents, Cooney declared for Ireland, winning two U21 caps at the 2004 Madeira International Tournament.

Meanwhile, Farrelly has revealed that Blackpool midfielder Simon Wiles could join the Gypsies on loan during the transfer window.