Cork City sign Ireland U16 international Cathal Heffernan, son of world champion Rob, to pro deal

Heffernan, who has captained his country at underage level joined the club’s U15 side from Ringmahon Rangers two years ago
Cork City sign Ireland U16 international Cathal Heffernan, son of world champion Rob, to pro deal

Cathal Heffernan

Cork City have confirmed Ireland U16 international defender Cathal Heffernan, the son of former world champion race walker Rob Heffernan, has signed his first professional contract with the club.

Heffernan, who has captained his country at underage level joined the club’s U15 side from Ringmahon Rangers two years ago. He has already attracted plenty of cross-channel interest.

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