Tony McNamee signs contract extension at Finn Harps

Tony McNamee has signed a contract extension at Finn Harps.

The Ramelton man returned to Harps this summer after spending two years at Bonagee United.

The 30-year-old penned an 18-month contract and has now agreed a new deal that will keep him at Finn Park until the end of the 2025 season.

“He is an excellent example for all the younger players that are going to be involved in the squad this year,” Harps manager Darren Murphy said.

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“He is somebody that has a real burning desire to play for Finn Harps and I like the way he conducts himself around Finn Park off the pitch.”

McNamee is in his third spell at Harps and was name checked by Murphy on Monday when he was officially unveiled as the new manager.

Murphy said: “Tony is a big fan favourite, and certainly well-liked by the group of players that we have and the staff.

“I’m just delighted that Tony has agreed for a further two years here at Finn Park. It’s a major boost for me that somebody that has all the right DNA to play for Finn Harps.

“Hopefully he is somebody I can use to attract other local players that have the same calibre, talent and desire as Tony has, so I’m really looking forward to working with him next season.”