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3 hours ago
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Coleraine 'actively looking' in the transfer market but on one condition says Ruaidhri Higgins
Coleraine have had a busy summer in the transfer market but they may not be done just yet. Boss Ruaidhri Higgins said they are "actively looking" ahead of the window closing but the Bannsiders boss insists they won't jump at any deal. Higgins said any potential new arrivals have to tick the boxes for what they are looking for. READ MORE: Nathan Rooney leaves Larne 'by mutual consent' with familiar face to take over the reins READ MORE: Boxers square off during Irish League match ahead of bout at Windsor Park "There's nothing imminent either way at the minute, but you know what, when you get closer to the end of the window, there's always something happening," said the Coleraine boss. "Whether someone comes for one of our players or whether we have a stab at something, but we're actively looking. "Unless it's the right fit, and they fit character-wise and ability-wise into what we're trying to do, then we'll refuse to do it." The Bannsiders are back in action again on Tuesday night following their hard-fought goalless draw at Cliftonville on Saturday. It's Dungannon Swifts up next with Rodney McAree's men having suffered two heavy defeats in their opening two games. Captain Gael Bigirimana and Leo Alves both miss the trip to The Showgrounds after picking up red cards in their 4-1 defeat to Portadown at the weekend, but Higgins insists they will not be taking the visitors lightly. "Absolutely not. We know Dungannon are a smashing team, and it'll only be a matter of time before they get going. "Listen, it's the start of the season, they're finding their feet like everyone else, but they're a really good side of no doubt, but hopefully they wait until after Tuesday night." On Coleraine's start to the season Higgins added: "We're greedy and we always want more points, we planned to come to Cliftonville and win. "But we've played Larne, who for years now have been a top team within the league. We've come to Solitude, which is notoriously a tough venue to come to. "We've taken four points and we've dominated large spells of both games. We know we're going to get better as well. I'm very, very confident that we're going to build a really good team here."
BBC News
3 days ago
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- BBC News
Higgins praises 'unbelievable' late Jarvis clearance
Coleraine boss Ruaidhri Higgins praised an "unbelievable" late goal line clearance from Dean Jarvis which preserved a point for his side against a game that lacked quality at Solitude, Joe Gormley looked destined to steer home a late winner from a Jonny Addis long throw-in, but Jarvis got to the ball first to hook it off the Higgins was delighted with that contribution which saw them leave north Belfast with a draw after a decent performance."That would have been a real sucker punch [for Cliftonville to score], an unbelievable goal line clearance, it was experienced defending, and it would have been really harsh if we had left here with nothing and lost that game," he told BBC Sport NI."We had large control of the game and between both boxes, we were excellent, so, from that aspect it was really good, but our final pass and final cross wasn't on the money today. We're happy we've taken four points from two games and dominated large spells of both games, and I know we'll get better and build a very good team."
BBC News
08-08-2025
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- BBC News
Derby's Evans signs to ease Coleraine keeper crisis
Coleraine have signed Harry Evans on loan from Derby County to ease a potential goalkeeping crisis at the 20-year-old, who spent time training with the club in July, has joined the Bannsiders with current number one Ryan Schofield currently signing Schofield picked up a long-term injury in a pre-season friendly with Fleetwood Town and Max Little is suspended for the opening game of the season, which means Evans could make his debut against Larne on Sunday."We are delighted to have Harry on board," manager Ruaidhri Higgins told Coleraine FC's website."Due to Ryan Schofield's unfortunate injury, it has been important that we bring in someone with quality and Harry ticks all the boxes."We saw first-hand how excellent he was earlier this summer when he was over training and it's great he already has experience working alongside Michael [Dougherty] and the goalkeeping unit."
Belfast Telegraph
04-08-2025
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- Belfast Telegraph
Coleraine fans need to be realistic this season, admits new Bannsiders boss Ruaidhri Higgins
Ruaidhri Higgins has spoken of his determination and excitement at taking Coleraine to 'the next level' as the Bannsiders strive to dine at the top table. You have to go back to 1974 for Coleraine's sole League title success and anticipation has risen at the Ballycastle Road club due to the investment made by Henry Ross.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
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McGregor becomes sixth summer signing at Coleraine
Lewis McGregor is the latest arrival at Coleraine with the 21-year-old joining from Airdrieonians on a multi-year deal for an undisclosed fee. Hot on the heels of defender Adam Long's arrival, the Bannsiders have snapped up the pacey winger to help further bolster Ruaidhri Higgins' squad ahead of the coming season, with Will Patching, Joel Cooper, Stephen Fallon and Kodi Lyons-Foster already signed. Advertisement The Scot, who began his career with Greenock Morton, enjoyed a productive spell in Airdrie after making the switch in January 2023, netting 11 goals in 93 appearances for the Scottish Championship club. Describing the move as a "no-brainer", McGregor said he is excited by the prospect of plying his trade in the Irish Premiership and feels he can make an impact at The Showgrounds. "I'm really pleased and as soon as the opportunity arose, I was glad and it's nice to know people are watching you," he said. "It was a no-brainer really to come here. I've not told many people about my transfer to Coleraine but I've had a look at the league and think it's a good one for me to move to. "I heard about the interest when the season had finished and I had a Zoom call with the manager and I found it exciting with what we want to do this season."
