DARA COSTELLOE has joined Northampton Town on loan after signing a contract extension at Burnley.
Limerick native Costelloe, 22, had scored five goals in 17 appearances for Accrington before his stint there was cut short by injury.
Before heading on loan to Northampton Town the Irishman signed a contract extension with Burnley[/caption]
Northampton boss Kevin Nolan said: “We think Dara can come in and offer something a little different.
“He can be a threat, a spark, he can create things
“He is another player who we have brought here despite strong interest from other clubs.
“He has done really well at Accrington this season, we hope he will come and continue that here.”
Costelloe has played just six times for Burnley since joining from Galway United – where he made his debut aged 15 – four years ago.
But he has gained more experience during temporary stints with Bradford City, St Johnstone and Dundee.
And the ex-Ireland under-21 international said:“I’m delighted to have signed a new contract for Burnley.
“The club has continued to support my development as a footballer and I’m now looking forward to the next step with a loan spell at Northampton Town.”
Meanwhile, another ex-Ireland under-21 cap Anthony Scully has returned to Colchester United on loan from Portsmouth.
His first spell had been cut short by an ankle injury.
