Midfielder McLaughlin leaves Cork City to join rivals Waterford

BLUES BOUND: Evan McLaughlin is saying goodbye to Cork City. Pic: Tyler Miller/Sportsfile

Evan McLaughlin is staying in the League of Ireland Premier Division, departing relegated Cork City for their Munster rivals Waterford.

There was a strong interest in the Derry native from nearer his home city but the 23-year-old is sticking around the province to become the latest capture of new Blues boss Jon Daly.