Doherty Joins Limerick - Ipswich Town News

Midfielder Jack Doherty has joined Airtricity League Premier Division side Limerick on a permanent deal until the end of 2014, his loan spell at Waterford United having come to an end today.

The 19-year-old joined Town on a two-year deal from Waterford, his local side, for £25,000 last summer, having impressed manager Mick McCarthy while on trial during Town’s Irish training camp.

Having failed to make an impression at Portman Road during 2013/14, the former Irish schools international rejoined his old club on loan in February.

Doherty made 14 Airtricity League First Division starts two sub appearances and two goals during his time back at Waterford.

Former Blue Shane O’Connor has also joined Limerick following a trial, having most recently been with Irish League side Portadown.

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