Shelbourne sign promising youngster Brian McManus from Preston North End

Shelbourne have signed promising youngster Brian McManus from Preston North End.

The midfielder, 18, has signed a season long deal for the Reds after impressing in recent friendlies.

McManus was a product of St Kevin’s Boys before his move to England.

Shels boss Ian Morris said: “Brian is a fantastic addition to our squad.

“He’s a young lad with great pedigree coming from Preston North End via St. Kevin’s

“He can play in midfield and at full back. Brian has a big engine and an excellent range of passing.

McManus said: “We want to get as high as we can in the league. It’s a good squad, a very young squad too.

“I aim to make some appearances. You see it with the likes of Shane Farrell breaking in last year so it’s great to see the youth coming through.”