Kelleher leaves Colchester for Cork
Colchester United defender Fiacre Kelleher has joined League Of Ireland side Cork City after turning down a contract extension.
The 29-year-old has agreed what Cork say is a "long-term" deal after making 32 appearances for Colchester last season and scoring three goals.
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He began his career with Scottish giants Celtic and also had spells at Oxford United, Macclesfield, Wrexham, Bradford City, before joining Colchester in January 2023.
Cork is Kelleher's home city and he told the club website: "It's been a few weeks in the pipeline, so it's nice to get something sorted."
The deal will take effect on 1 July when his contract with Colchester expires.
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