Brighton Sign ANOTHER Irish Wonderkid With Nominations For Manager And Goal Awards

Brighton and Hove Albion have confirmed the signing of striker Mark O’Mahony from Irish club Cork City, subject to international clearance.

The teenager, who turned 18 earlier this month, has signed a contract until June 2025 and will link up with the under-21s.

He was named Ireland’s under-17 player of the year last year and has also represented his country at under-18 and under-19 level.

Mark started his career playing youth football with Carrigaline United before joining Cork City.

He made his debut for Cork in the League of Ireland last season, making nine appearances as he helped Cork win promotion back to the Premier Division.

The forward said:

“I got to know the club and the coaches well during my trial and I knew early on that I wanted to sign here.

“Brighton’s academy is one of the best in the country, especially with the way young players are given an opportunity and a pathway.

“I spoke to a few of the Irish boys in the group about what the club is like and they all spoke really highly of what’s in place here, so it was an easy decision.”

O'Mahony will be hoping to follow in the footsteps of 18-year-old compatriot Evan Ferguson, who has struck three goals in his first three Premier League games for the club. 

There was more good news for Brighton, with manager Roberto De Zerbi nominated for the January Manager of the Month, while Danny Welbeck, Kaoru Mitoma and Solly March are all in the mix for the Goal of the Month gong.

You can show your support for the Albion stars by casting your vote online.