SHELBOURNE’S PREMIER DIVISION winning captain Mark Coyle has joined Coleraine on a two-and-half year deal for an undisclosed fee.
Coyle began his career at Finn Harps, where he had two spells, and also played for Cockhill Celtic. He joined Shelbourne in 2022, helping them reach the FAI Cup final that year, before taking over as captain from Luke Byrne at the end fo the 2023 season.
Coyle lifted the Premier Division trophy in 2024 as Shelbourne ended their 18-year-wait for the title.
“Everyone at Shelbourne FC wishes Mark the very best of luck in the next chapter of his career with Coleraine,” stated the club today.
Shelbourne's Mark Coyle. Tom Maher / INPHO
Tom Maher / INPHO / INPHO
“He’s got fantastic leadership. He brings quality and a know-how but it’s also about day-to-day behaviour and habits in terms of how he trains and conducts himself.
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“He will help to build a culture here that eventually turns us into winners, so to bring Mark with that experience and quality is huge for us.
“He’s in his prime years for a midfielder. He’ll bring a real drive, a real hunger and quality to the group.”
Meanwhile, Bohemians have announced the signing of Ireland U21 attacking midfielder Harry Vaughan on loan from Hull City until the end of June.
The 21-year-old has amassed over 60 league appearances in England’s Championship, League One and League Two, since starting his career at Oldham.
Harry Vaughan (file photo). Martin Seras Lima / INPHO
Martin Seras Lima / INPHO / INPHO
“Harry is a real attacking player who can play anywhere in the attacking areas, as an attacking midfielder and also out wide,” said Bohemians manager Alan Reynolds.
“He has a lot of experience for a young player. He is an exciting talent. He is a clever, hungry footballer who wants to do well. I know him from my time with the Ireland U21s and I think he is a player who will excite our fans and really do well for us.”
“I spoke to Rennie and he really sold the club to me, so it was a no-brainer for me,” Vaughan added.
“He sold me the style of play, told me the type of technical players Bohs have and told me how good a dressing room there is at the club so I’m really looking forward to getting started.”
Meanwhile, Ellen Dolan has joined Hearts from Peamount United on an 18 month deal.
Ellen Dolan in action with Ireland U19s last year. Nikola Krstic / INPHO
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The 19-year-old forward has been consistently finding the net for Peamount United over the past three seasons.
A Republic of Ireland youth international, Dolan recently received her first senior call-up.
The youngster now makes the switch to Edinburgh, where her new manager Eva Olid said: “We’re very excited to have Ellen joining the squad. The January window is always a difficult one to try and add quality, but we think Ellen will suit our style of play perfectly.
“She has a lot of attributes, is very versatile and strong in the air. We were keen to add further quality to our attack, and we’ve certainly done that with the arrival of Ellen. I’m delighted she’s here and I can’t wait to start working with her.”
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Shelbourne title-winning captain Coyle moves to Coleraine
LAST UPDATE | 8 Jan
SHELBOURNE’S PREMIER DIVISION winning captain Mark Coyle has joined Coleraine on a two-and-half year deal for an undisclosed fee.
Coyle began his career at Finn Harps, where he had two spells, and also played for Cockhill Celtic. He joined Shelbourne in 2022, helping them reach the FAI Cup final that year, before taking over as captain from Luke Byrne at the end fo the 2023 season.
Coyle lifted the Premier Division trophy in 2024 as Shelbourne ended their 18-year-wait for the title.
“Everyone at Shelbourne FC wishes Mark the very best of luck in the next chapter of his career with Coleraine,” stated the club today.
Coleraine boss Ruaidhri Higgins hailed the addition of Coyle to their squad.
“He’s got fantastic leadership. He brings quality and a know-how but it’s also about day-to-day behaviour and habits in terms of how he trains and conducts himself.
“He will help to build a culture here that eventually turns us into winners, so to bring Mark with that experience and quality is huge for us.
“He’s in his prime years for a midfielder. He’ll bring a real drive, a real hunger and quality to the group.”
Meanwhile, Bohemians have announced the signing of Ireland U21 attacking midfielder Harry Vaughan on loan from Hull City until the end of June.
The 21-year-old has amassed over 60 league appearances in England’s Championship, League One and League Two, since starting his career at Oldham.
“Harry is a real attacking player who can play anywhere in the attacking areas, as an attacking midfielder and also out wide,” said Bohemians manager Alan Reynolds.
“He has a lot of experience for a young player. He is an exciting talent. He is a clever, hungry footballer who wants to do well. I know him from my time with the Ireland U21s and I think he is a player who will excite our fans and really do well for us.”
“I spoke to Rennie and he really sold the club to me, so it was a no-brainer for me,” Vaughan added.
“He sold me the style of play, told me the type of technical players Bohs have and told me how good a dressing room there is at the club so I’m really looking forward to getting started.”
Meanwhile, Ellen Dolan has joined Hearts from Peamount United on an 18 month deal.
The 19-year-old forward has been consistently finding the net for Peamount United over the past three seasons.
A Republic of Ireland youth international, Dolan recently received her first senior call-up.
The youngster now makes the switch to Edinburgh, where her new manager Eva Olid said: “We’re very excited to have Ellen joining the squad. The January window is always a difficult one to try and add quality, but we think Ellen will suit our style of play perfectly.
“She has a lot of attributes, is very versatile and strong in the air. We were keen to add further quality to our attack, and we’ve certainly done that with the arrival of Ellen. I’m delighted she’s here and I can’t wait to start working with her.”
- Additional reporting by Emma Duffy
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