Cork native Jake O'Brien could make Swindon Town debut against Man City

A debut against Manchester City would crown a hectic 12 months for Jake O'Brien. Last January, he moved from Cork City to Crystal Palace on an initial loan arrangement which was soon upgraded into a permanent deal. Photo by Seb Daly/Sportsfile

Cork native Jake O’Brien could be thrown in for his Swindon Town debut in Friday’s FA Cup third round tie against Manchester City.

The League Two club have recruited the centre-back from Crystal Palace on loan till the end of the season.