Bit O'Red may need outside investment, admits skipper Fitzgerald

Sligo Rovers chairman Tommy Higgins recently warned members at their annual general meeting of a pressing dilemma due to the increasing difficulty of competing with rivals boasting deeper pockets.

Will Fitzgerald of Sligo Rovers poses for a portrait with his SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division Player of the Month April 2026 award at The Showgrounds. Pic: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

Sligo Rovers captain Will Fitzgerald admits his club may have to attract external investment to preserve their long-term Premier Division status.

Bar Bohemians, whose commercial revenue is the highest in the league through jersey partnerships with the likes of Oasis, Sligo are the only fan-owned club in the top-flight.