Dundalk FC chair Clinton confirms settlement of outstanding payment on ownership deal

John Temple handed over control of the club to Chris Clinton - previously a minority shareholder - on October 30 of this year

A general view of a Dundalk FC logo. Pic: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

Former Dundalk FC chairman John Temple has signalled potential legal action against current owner Chris Clinton over a failure to pay the full purchase price for ownership of the club. 

Temple helped Dundalk out of a tough period, rescuing them from liquidation in September 2024, before handing over control of the club to Clinton - previously a minority shareholder - on October 30 of this year.

Forner Dundalk FC chairman John Temple. Pic: Ben McShane/Sportsfile

Under the terms agreed, Temple gave up his 65% share to Clinton with the expectation that he would receive the full price of purchase stipulated in the agreement.

According to commerical law firm Ogier, an outstanding balance remains to be settled despite Clinton already paying €70,000.

The firm has issued a seven-day notice to Clinton to pay the outstanding amount.

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Update: A recent statement from Clinton, on behalf of Dundalk FC, confirms that the "signed agreement between both parties is being honoured and that significant agreed payments have been made in accordance with a timely schedule."