Annagh United Signs Teenage Striker Sam Sproule from Dergview

Annagh United has completed the signing of teenage striker Sam Sproule from Dergview, ending speculation over his future. The 18-year-old forward has been a top scorer for Dergview in the Premier Intermediate League for the past two seasons.

Sproule, son of former Northern Ireland international Ivan Sproule, was linked with a move to Ballinamallard United, but Annagh United confirmed that they had agreed a deal with Dergview to take the forward to the BMG Arena.

Why it matters for Annagh United

The signing of Sproule is a significant boost for Annagh United, who have been knocking on the door of the Irish Premiership in recent seasons. The County Armagh outfit has finished runner-up in the Championship in each of their last three campaigns.

What comes next?

Sproule joins an Annagh team which has been working hard to improve their squad ahead of the new season. The team has finished runner-up in the Championship in each of their last three campaigns, and are likely to be among the contenders for promotion this season again.

League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 2nd in Championship, 71 pts, 22W-5D-6L from 33 games, recent form DWWWW. Goals this season: 54 scored, 27 conceded (+27 goal difference). Next fixture: vs Newry City AFC (away, 2026-09-18).

Annagh United's management team has been working hard to strengthen the squad ahead of the new season, and the signing of Sproule is a significant boost for the team. The young forward has already shown his skills in the Premier Intermediate League, and is expected to make a big impact in the Championship.