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Newry City AFC have signed two more players on loan deals until the end of the 2024/25 season.
Ben Harvey and Tommy Taggert will help Manager Darren Mullen reshape his squad for the remainder of the Playr-Fit Championship.
Harvey, 20, arrives from Loughgall, having made a number of appearances for the Villagers across both the Sports Direct Premiership and cup competitions in the first half of this season.
Highly-rated 18-year-old Taggert joins from Dungannon Swifts, having come through the much-heralded Dungannon United Youth system. Like Harvey he can operate at centre-back, or central midfield.
Speaking of the new arrivals Darren Mullen said: “Ben comes to us with Premiership experience, but with a desire to get further game time. The coaching staff and I were well aware of his talent and I’ve no doubt his ability and versatility will be a big asset for us in the remainder of the season,” he said.
The Newry Manager added “Tommy is a player that comes highly recommended. He can play as centre back or in the holding midfield role and has the mobility and aggression that we need in those areas.”
“Both of these signings fit exactly the profile of player that we currently need at the club. They are both versatile and can play in that defensive area where we undoubtedly need reinforcements,” added Mullen,
“They are keen to improve and I’ve no doubt that working with our coaching staff and alongside the other players at the club they will both be excellent additions.”
Speaking of the challenge Harvey said “I’m delighted to be joining Newry City AFC until the end of the season. I can’t wait to get started and do my best to help the club push on up the league.”
Taggert added “I’m delighted to a join a club like Newry City AFC. I’m hoping to come in and get minutes under my belt and help the team push up the Championship table.”
