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Derry City FC have completed the signing of defender Barry Cotter on a one-year deal following his release from Barnsley. (Photo: Event Images Derry)
Derry City FC have annnounced the signing of 27-year-old defender Barry Cotter on a permanent deal following his recently agreed release from Barnsley.
The right-back, who spent the early part of the 2025–26 season on loan at Notts County, makes his return to the League of Ireland after the Candystripes secured his signature just before Sunday night’s transfer deadline.
Cotter is an established right back/wing back and City manager Tiernan Lynch said he was delighted to bolster the right side of his defensive options.
He said: “Ideally we want two quality players in each position because we’ll always have to contend with injuries and suspensions as the season progresses.
“Barry’s CV speaks for itself- he’s played at Shamrock Rovers and St Pats before getting his move to Barnsley in 2023.
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‘It’s no secret that we’ve been in the market for a right back and we’re really delighted to get working with him.
The player himself said he had been impressed with Tiernan Lynch’s plans, and he was delighted to be joining the club.
He said: “The standard of the league has improved again since I last played and when I saw the squad that the gaffer has assembled, it looked very strong.
“It’s something that really appealed to me and I know I can help the team to challenge for trophies this season.
“I’m very much looking forward to getting started.”
With international clearance received this afternoon, Barry Cotter is likely to go straight into the squad for Friday’s game at home to Waterford.
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