Former Chelsea star reportedly considering stake in League of Ireland club

"He was very close to taking a big stake at the club, and talks are still on-going."

Limerick FC Chairman Pat O'Sullivan has denied holding talks with ex-Chelsea star Michael Essien about taking a stake at the newly promoted Premier Division club, writes David Raleigh.

However, according to an article today in the Limerick Life newspaper, prolonged negotiations between Essien and the club began last summer.