Wedding guest, noted EFL player, presents blank paper to potential new club with humorous intention, at wedding setting
In a player-initiated move, David McGoldrick has signed a one-year deal with Barnsley, joining his former international teammate and the Tykes' new boss, Conor Hourihane[1][3][4].
Hourihane was instrumental in facilitating the transfer, responding to McGoldrick's direct request. The two share a deep friendship, extending beyond their time together at Sheffield United, Derby County, and the Republic of Ireland[1][4].
The conversation that started the process of McGoldrick joining Barnsley took place at a wedding. During the festivities, McGoldrick asked Hourihane to sign him for the League One club[1][3][4].
Despite the unusual circumstances, the transfer was a strategic move by Barnsley. McGoldrick, at 37 years old, opted to pursue a higher level after his contract expired. His experience and goal-scoring ability are expected to significantly contribute to Barnsley's League One season[1][4].
The new season begins this Saturday, as Barnsley face Plymouth Argyle. Fans can tune in to talkSPORT for live updates as part of GameDay Live. The match will also be available on the talkSPORT website, app, smart speaker, DAB digital radio, or 1089 or 1053 AM[2].
Barnsley boss Conor Hourihane spoke about the signing, expressing his excitement and the impact McGoldrick is expected to have on the team[1][5]. The two have been teammates before, and their friendship extends beyond the football pitch, involving shared friendship groups with other players[6].
McGoldrick's career has been marked by notable stints. Before joining Barnsley, he made 87 appearances and scored 30 goals for Notts County[7]. As the new season begins, fans are eager to see how he will fare in his latest adventure with Barnsley.
[1] https://www.barnsleyfc.co.uk/news/2023/july/david-mcgoldrick-joins-barnsley/ [2] https://www.talksport.com/football/league-one/barnsley-plymouth-argyle-live-stream-listen-online-radio-tv-channel-3409783 [3] https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/61206815 [4] https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12086/12314030/david-mcgoldrick-joins-barnsley-on-a-one-year-deal [5] https://www.yorkshirelive.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/barnsley-fc-conor-hourihane-david-22193144 [6] https://www.thestar.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/conor-hourihane-hopes-david-mcgoldrick-can-make-barnsley-impact-1-9872893 [7] https://www.nottscountyfc.co.uk/news/2023/june/david-mcgoldrick-leaves-notts-county/
- Conor Hourihane, premier league footballer and manager of Barnsley, facilitated a transfer for David McGoldrick, signing him to a one-year deal with the Championship club.
- Hourihane's familiarity with McGoldrick, extended from their time together at Sheffield United, Derby County, and the Republic of Ireland, helped ease the transfer process.
- Interestingly, the conversation that led to McGoldrick joining Barnsley took place at a wedding, where McGoldrick asked Hourihane to sign him for the League One club.
- Fans are curious to see how McGoldrick will perform in his latest sports adventure, following notable stints with clubs like Notts County, where he made 87 appearances and scored 30 goals.
