Promising playmaker Cathal O'Sullivan leaves Cork City for Preston North End

Having just turned 19 and recovering from injury, O'Sullivan is highly regarded at Turner's Cross but was eager to make the move abroad

THREATENING: Shamrock Rovers goalkeeper Ed McGinty makes a save from Cathal O'Sullivan of Cork City last season at Turner's Cross. Picture: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Cork City playmaker Cathal O'Sullivan has joined Preston North End in the Championship.

The Irish underage international joined City as a 12-year-old, having started his career with Leeside United.