Cardiff City's Interest in Jack Moylan
Cardiff City is reportedly closing in on a 'substantial' deal to sign Jack Moylan from Lincoln City. The Bluebirds, who recently won promotion to the Championship with their rivals, are leveraging their greater financial resources to secure one of the stars behind Lincoln’s success.
Moylan, a former Shelbourne prospect, delighted Imps fans last season with his form, contributing 11 league goals and seven assists. He finished the campaign with 12 club goals and earned a senior Ireland call-up for the Spanish training camp and a friendly against Grenada in Murcia. His performance was so impressive that he scored a hat-trick on his debut, becoming the first Ireland star to achieve this feat since David Kelly almost four decades earlier.
Impact on Lincoln City
Moylan’s absence from Lincoln's squad for pre-season friendlies against Doncaster and Burnley has fueled speculation about his transfer. According to Wales Online, Cardiff is set to make Moylan their first outfield arrival in the summer transfer window. The club reportedly agreed a 'substantial fee' with Lincoln.
Lincoln City boss Tom Shaw acknowledged the situation: “That's with the club, the Jack Moylan situation. Something has been reported on social media, that's just with the football club. We are aware there is something going on. That situation is with the football club.”
Potential Future in Green Jersey
Moylan proved last year in League One that he possesses both entertainment value and a serious end product. His first two senior Ireland caps further suggest he will continue to deliver big moments for his national team, having scored 26 goals in 70 appearances for Shelbourne.
The move could be just the ticket for Moylan as he seeks to catch the eye of Boys in Green boss Heimir Hallgrímsson again. Cardiff City is expected to make a formal announcement soon regarding the transfer.
