Accrington Stanley have announced the signing of Republic of Ireland under 21 international Joe O’Brien-Whitmarsh on loan from Southampton.
The midfielder joins Accrington until the end of the season.
“I just really wanted to get back into men’s football. I had a period back home in Ireland playing men’s football,” the 19 year old said, speaking to the club’s website
“I played for Cork City, I spent five seasons there and one year in the first team. I played around 25-30 times so I am not niave to men’s football.
“I moved to Southampton just over 12 months ago and have been playing 21s football. I have had the odd time training with the first team and made my debut in the Carabao Cup.
“I feel I can offer something positive here and this was the perfect opportunity for me.”
O’Brien-Whitmarsh began his career with Cork City and scored four times in 23 Premier Division appearances for the Rebels before joining Southampton in 2024.
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