Newry City AFC are delighted to welcome Declan Carville back to the club.

 

Decky returns to The Showgrounds having made 235 appearances and scoring 60 goals for the club in previous spells.

He made his debut back in 2011 and was pivotal in our rise through the leagues – in particular our promotion to the Premiership in 2018.

 

After a brief spell with Ballymena United, Carville rejoined Newry before recently spending time with both Annagh United and Banbridge Town, the latter of whom he scored 7 goals in his final 7 appearances in the PIL last season.

 

 

“I amdelighted to be back at the club after a short spell away and I’m here to help the team and club get back to where it belongs,” said Carville.

“I’m looking forward to getting back in and starting work under Stuarty.”

 

 

 

“Decky’s signing is a no brainer” admits King.

“He loves the club and has shown me how much he wants to be back playing for Newry. His record last season was very good and he will be a real handful for any defence at this level.”

 

More signings will be announced in the coming days.

 

Photographs courtesy of Brendan Monaghan Photography.

Newry City AFC are delighted to welcome Lee Newell back to The Showgrounds.

The 28-year-old striker, who made 24 appearances in his first spell at the club, returns after spending the last 18 months with Championship side Ards.

 

“Lee is a massive signing for us,” said Manager Stuart King.

“I know there was a lot of interest in him, including teams in higher leagues so I think for us to get him is a massive statement.

“He will be able to lead the line, work really hard on the pitch and will be a massive part of what we are trying to do so I’m delighted he has decided to come to us.”

 

“I am very happy to be back at Newry. The project that Stuart, Darren and Pixie have started here is exciting and I want to be a part of it.” said Newell.

 

“This is a fantastic club and it deserves to be competing at the top end of Irish League football. I can’t wait to get started and do my bit to help the club be successful again.”

 

 

Photographs Courtesy of Brendan Monaghan Photography.

Newry City AFC are delighted to announce the signing of Scott McCullough.

 

The 33-year-old midfielder, who also operate in defence, joins the club following the expiry of his contract at Annagh United.

 

Assistant Manager Ryan Moffatt is pleased to have brought in his former team-mate, having fought off competition for his signature.

“Scott was one of the first people we wanted to bring to the club,” he said.

“He rarely misses matches and has played hundreds of games at a high level. We’re delighted he has chosen us over other clubs, who made a big effort to sign him, but he wants to be part of the project we’re building here at The Showgrounds and he will play a massive part in that.”

 

“This is a massive club and far too big to be playing in the PIL, no disrespect to the league,” feels McCullough.

“The potential to be here and be part of helping the club get back up the leagues where we belong was a big driving force in the move.

“When you come down here, you realise how big a set-up it is. I’ve played against Newry plenty of times so I know what the fans are like. They want to win and they want the team to be in the highest league possible.

“Hopefully I bring them some happiness, and we can get there.”

 

 

 

Photographs Courtesy of Brendan Monaghan Photography.

Newry City AFC are delighted to announce the signing of Jack Chambers.

 

The midfielder, who turns 25 in July, arrives from Rathfriland, having come through the Linfield Academy, before enjoying spells in England with both West Bromwich Albion and Luton Town.

A former Northern Ireland Youth international, Chambers made over 50 appearances in his two seasons with Rathfriland, having joined from Carrick Rangers in 2023.

 

 

“I’m delighted to have joined Newry,” said Chambers.

“Stuarty and me go way back, from before the time I was with him at Carrick. He’s a really good manager and I know the way he works, so that was a big factor in me signing.

“Although we might have been relegated last season, Newry are a massive club, and I can’t wait to get started and play in front of the fans.”

 

 

 

Manager Stuart King is delighted to have secured his third signing of the month, following the return of both Thomas Lockhart and Matthew Rendina.

 

“Jack is one of the best technical players I have worked with. He’s still young but has already built up considerable experience at a high level in the game.

“As importantly, he’s also an ultimate professional who wants to succeed and be part of the project underway here at the club.”

 

Photographs Courtesy of Brendan Monaghan Photography

We are delighted to announce the return of centre-back Matthew Rendina as our second signing of the summer.

Having previously played with the club’s Under-20 side, Matty has enjoyed a successful last two seasons in the Premier Intermediate League with Banbridge Town.

 

“Matty is someone I have watched a lot recently and has performed really well,” said Manager Stuart King.

“He is a young dominant centre half who has lots of potential and has the drive to play at the highest level.

“I’m excited to work with him, and I can see him progressing to be a top player.”

 

 

“I’m delighted to sign back at The Showgrounds, having played my first spell at the club at Under 20 level,” said Rendina.

“I enjoyed my time at Banbridge Town, but I’m excited to be back and play under Stuart.

“The facilities at the club are top class, so I’m really looking forward to pre-season starting and getting going.”

 

 

 

 

 

Photographs Courtesy of Brendan Monaghan Photography.