Cork City FC confirm six departures including goalkeeper Brad Wade

Meanwhile, James Keddy has departed his role as Wexford FC boss.

RELEASED: Goalkeeper Brad Wade and five of his teammates have left Cork City. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

Cork City have announced that they have released six players ahead of their return to the League of Ireland Premier Division.

City cruised to the First Division title in 2024 to secure a return to the top flight of Irish football in 2025.