Hot Towell is the exception to a hard rule

Too often, young Irish players are hoovered up and spat out by English clubs

Richie Towell in action for Dundalk against Cork City in last month’s FAI Cup final;
Stephen Kenny, Dundalk manager, celebrates his side’s win Pictures: INPHO

Even after Richie Towell’s transfer to Brighton & Hove Albion was completed last week, and his new manager granting him a rest period before moving cross-channel, the Irish midfielder couldn’t stop himself from returning to the habitat which has aided his revival.

Last Thursday, a full month ...