FAI Cup: McBride and Barry ruled out as new Spanish defender set to make debut for Derry against Bohemians

Derry City defender Ryan McBride has been ruled out of the Candystripes’ FAI Cup third round clash with Bohemians tonight at Dalymount Park (kick off 7.45pm).

The captain limped out of the 0-0 draw with Cork City at Brandywell on Monday night last..

Also out is McBride’s defensive partner, Aaron Barry, while striker Rory Patterson is a major doubt as he continues to struggle with a persistent hamstring problem.

That means the club’s latest signing Cristian Castells (pictured), who has been plucked from Spain’s Segunda League, is set to make his debut for the Brandywell club.

But manager Kenny Shiels is remaining tight-lipped as to whether or not the Spanish centre half will make the cut.

He said: “Cristian has good natural abilities, and he’s a really positive guy in his attitude. He attacks the ball well and will be able able to help us defend in numbers.”