Cork City sign defender Rory Feely from Crawley Town

The 28-year-old has made over 150 appearances in the League of Ireland with St Pats, Waterford and Bohemians.

FEELY GOOD: Cork City have announced that they have agreed a deal to sign defender Rory Feely from Crawley Town on July 1st. Pic: ©INPHO/Ben Brady.

Cork City have announced that they have agreed a deal to sign defender Rory Feely from Crawley Town on July 1st, subject to international clearance.

The 28-year-old made over 150 appearances in the League of Ireland with St Pats, Waterford and Bohemians previously before moving to England in January 2023, where he has since made over 60 EFL appearances.

“I am delighted to be joining Cork City," Feely told the club's official website after penning a long-term deal.

"After speaking with Gerard (Nash), I have been impressed by what he has had to say.

"I have played against City several times in my career, so I know how big a club it is and I want to play my part in helping the team.

"I will give my all for the club and look forward to playing my part in getting this massive club back to where it should be.”

City manager Gerard Nash added: “I’m delighted Rory has accepted our offer and committed his future to Cork City FC.

"Like with Fiacre Kelleher, this is another signing of a player who will make Cork his home with a view to his long-term future, which shows the club’s intent and backing of this approach.

“Rory has significant LOI experience already and has chosen us over other good opportunities available to him. He wants to be here, which is vital, I’m delighted to have him and I believe he can and will be an important signing for the club.”