Johnny Dunleavy and Romeo Parkes have signed new contracts with Sligo Rovers for the 2020 season.
Parkes is Rovers top goalscorer this season, with seven goals, and has also contributed a number of assists in his first season at the club.
He said: “I’m happy to extend my contract today. I’ve really enjoyed my time here so far. The people are great and the club is very nice to be at.
“I think we’ve done okay but I’d like for us to keep improving. I’ve scored some goals and I think there can be more to come.
“The fans have been very good to me since I’ve come here. I want to keep scoring and help the team because we can achieve something in this period for the club.
Dunleavy has played 20 games for the Bit O’Red since arriving from Cork City in December, mostly featuring in defence and midfield.
He said: “The manager spoke to me about the possibility of extending my contract and I was delighted to sign. When I arrived here the target first and foremost was to get back playing.
“I’ve done that. There was a couple of niggles here and there as you’d expect, but I’m feeling stronger and stronger and I think my performances are reflecting that now.
“It takes time to blend what is really a totally new group and even now we are seeing little partnerships starting to emerge but I think we are getting there.
“There’s a lot to play for in the rest of the season but in re-signing today, Niall Morahan yesterday and now Romeo as well, I think it’s a statement of intent of what the club is thinking. For me it has been a breath of fresh here. I’ve loved it and it’s a fantastic place to be.
“We’re trying to build something and having had an initial target of being back on the pitch, the next one is to bring some great days to this club. That’s why we’re all here.”
Rovers manager Liam Buckley said he’s delighted to have both players on board for next season.
“Johnny is a great lad to have around the place and a brilliant player who brings a wealth of experience. We’re delighted with his contribution so far and he will play a big part in our future,” said Buckley.
“Romeo has made a real impact as well and leads the line superbly. He has taken to the league very quickly and again I think we’ll see even more from him over the next season and a half.
“Every manager has to look to the future and I will do that at the appropriate times. We have nine league games and an FAI Cup second round match to come before next year so there is lots left in this season,” he finished.
