What happened?
Coleraine FC manager Ruaidhri Higgins has revealed the club's transfer stance after captain Mark Coyle suffered a ruptured ACL, ruling him out for most of the season.
Why it matters for Coleraine FC
What comes next?
With the transfer market still open for a number of weeks, Coleraine could sign a direct replacement for skipper Coyle as they look to compete for silverware success on all fronts, but are set to head into the new campaign with current options. Higgins has expressed confidence in the club's midfield options, stating that they have good numbers in that part of the pitch.
However, the club is still searching for a Charles Dunne replacement, with Higgins identifying the department where he's still searching for solutions.
Recent form
Coleraine FC's recent form has been impressive, with the team on a 5-game winning run and a 5W-0D-0L record in their last 5 matches. They currently sit 8 points behind leaders Larne in the title race, with 65 points from 33 games.
Goals scored and conceded
Coleraine FC has scored 62 goals this season, with 31 conceded, resulting in a +31 goal difference.
Last result
Coleraine FC's last result was a 2-3 win over Dungannon Swifts on May 2nd, 2026.
Transfer market
The club is still open to signing a Charles Dunne replacement, with Higgins stating that they haven't replaced him yet.
Key quotes
"It's a horrendous, horrendous injury,” said Higgins. “Especially to someone who's so important to us in terms of his leadership qualities and his know-how. But he'll get the full support from the club, myself, everyone at the club and we have the best physio in the country, no doubt about it, and he'll give him all the care that he needs.”
Higgins also expressed confidence in the club's midfield options, stating that they have good numbers in that part of the pitch.
Recent signings
Coleraine FC has made several impressive signings this season, including Northern Ireland international Conor McMenamin and Ross County midfielder Jay Henderson.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 3rd in Premiership, 65 pts, 20W-5D-8L from 33 games, recent form WWWWW.
