Greg Bolger returns to Cork City for promotion push

Former Cork City double winner Greg Bolger has returned to the club for their promotion tilt.

The 35-year-old is vastly experienced from his spells at UCD, Dundalk, St Patrick’s Athletic, City, Shamrock Rovers and most recently Sligo Rovers.

He becomes the latest capture by Tim Clancy, the new City boss who has set an immediate target of returning to the Premier Division following relegation through the playoffs.

Wexford native Bolger said: “I’m delighted to be back at City. I am here to win football matches and do my best to get this great club back to where it belongs. I have had a number of conversations with Tim (Clancy) and have been impressed by the plans the club have.

“There is a good squad being assembled here and I am looking forward to playing my part. There have been some good signings made over the last few weeks, along with some very talented players already at the club, so I think it is all coming together nicely.” 

Bolger, who won a league and two FAI Cups in his previous spell at the club, also spoke about looking forward to playing in front of the Cork City fans once again: “I have very fond memories of playing at Turner’s Cross on some really big occasions in my previous spell at the club. I know what Turner’s Cross can be like; when things are going well, there is no better place in the country to be playing. 

"There is a certain level of expectation when you play for this club which I know well, and I’m looking forward to doing it again.” 

Clancy welcomed Bolger’s addition to his squad, stating: “Greg obviously has a wealth of experience in the league. He is the ultimate professional in how he goes about things and he is a huge character, as well as being a very good player. 

"I know he will be very