New Dundalk boss Stephen O’Donnell has ‘zero regrets’ about St Pat’s exit

'Everything I've done has been with honesty,' says returning Oriel Park favourite

New Dundalk head coach Stephen O'Donnell turned down a new contract and increased player budget at St Patrick's Athletic. Picture: Inpho/Ciaran Culligan

Stephen O’Donnell has “zero regrets” about quitting St Patrick’s Athletic despite admitting his recent FAI Cup triumph has been tarnished by jumping ship to Dundalk.

The joy among Saints fans of beating Bohemians last Sunday fortnight soon dissipated within 48 hours when their manager informed owner Garrett Kelleher of his intention to quit.