SHELBOURNE HAVE CONFIRMED the signing of West Ham United’s Republic of Ireland U21 international Sean Moore.
As reported by The 42 earlier today, Shels submitted an undisclosed bid to sign the 19-year-old and the club announced his arrival on a multi-year deal, subject to international clearance, this evening.
Moore had one season remaining on the contract he signed with the Premier League club when he joined from Cliftonville in 2023.
It’s understood Shels previously attempted a loan deal for the player, and after that was rebuffed they came back to the table with an offer of a permanent move.
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An exciting winger who can operate at full back, Moore played over 40 games for the Irish League side before leaving for the Hammers at the age of 17.
He was initially capped by Northern Ireland at youth level but he made his debut for the Republic at Under-19 level before being capped by the U-21s against Sweden last year.
“I’m absolutely buzzing to be here,” Moore said. “Shelbourne is a massive club and I’m delighted to get the deal done. I’m ready to get to work, hit the ground running, and show the fans what I’m all about.”
Shelbourne manager Joey O’Brien and technical director Luke Byrne welcomed the young talent to Tolka Park.
“Sean’s a top young player with huge potential,” said O’Brien. “He came into the game at a young age with Cliftonville and earned a great education over in England with West Ham.
“Now he’s ready to kick on with the next stage of his career, and we’re delighted he’s put his trust in us. He’s an exciting player to watch, really positive in how he plays the game. He can play in multiple positions on both sides of the pitch, which gives us great flexibility.”
“Sean is a really exciting talent with lots of potential and we are looking forward to working with him to develop that talent,” Byrne added.
“He is a young Irish player who definitely fits the profile that we want to add to the squad. We’re very happy he has chosen Shelbourne as the best place to continue his career.”
- Originally published at 2.44pm, updated at 9.05pm with confirmation of the move
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Shelbourne confirm signing of West Ham youngster Sean Moore
LAST UPDATE | 27 Jul 2025
SHELBOURNE HAVE CONFIRMED the signing of West Ham United’s Republic of Ireland U21 international Sean Moore.
As reported by The 42 earlier today, Shels submitted an undisclosed bid to sign the 19-year-old and the club announced his arrival on a multi-year deal, subject to international clearance, this evening.
Moore had one season remaining on the contract he signed with the Premier League club when he joined from Cliftonville in 2023.
It’s understood Shels previously attempted a loan deal for the player, and after that was rebuffed they came back to the table with an offer of a permanent move.
An exciting winger who can operate at full back, Moore played over 40 games for the Irish League side before leaving for the Hammers at the age of 17.
He was initially capped by Northern Ireland at youth level but he made his debut for the Republic at Under-19 level before being capped by the U-21s against Sweden last year.
“I’m absolutely buzzing to be here,” Moore said. “Shelbourne is a massive club and I’m delighted to get the deal done. I’m ready to get to work, hit the ground running, and show the fans what I’m all about.”
Shelbourne manager Joey O’Brien and technical director Luke Byrne welcomed the young talent to Tolka Park.
“Sean’s a top young player with huge potential,” said O’Brien. “He came into the game at a young age with Cliftonville and earned a great education over in England with West Ham.
“Now he’s ready to kick on with the next stage of his career, and we’re delighted he’s put his trust in us. He’s an exciting player to watch, really positive in how he plays the game. He can play in multiple positions on both sides of the pitch, which gives us great flexibility.”
“Sean is a really exciting talent with lots of potential and we are looking forward to working with him to develop that talent,” Byrne added.
“He is a young Irish player who definitely fits the profile that we want to add to the squad. We’re very happy he has chosen Shelbourne as the best place to continue his career.”
- Originally published at 2.44pm, updated at 9.05pm with confirmation of the move
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