Could Dundalk FC fold? Manager Jon  Daly in the dark as wages go unpaid

Uncertainty over the ownership has raised concerns locally about the club’s ability to see out the rest of the season.

Dundalk manager Jon Daly reacts after the SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division match between Dundalk and St Patrick's Athletic at Oriel Park in Dundalk, Louth. Photo by Ben McShane/Sportsfile

Dundalk manager Jon Daly admitted he was in the dark about the club’s future after confirming that players and staff had not been paid this week.

Reports emerged on Tuesday that owner Brian Ainscough was considering his future at Oriel Park just over nine months after acquiring the Co Louth outfit from Seán O’Connor, Alan Clarke and Andy Connolly.