McCourt nearing a return to football?

Former Derry City star Paddy McCourt is reportedly close to a return to football.

The 33 year-old has been without a club since parting company with Glenavon at the end of December.

placeholder image — McCourt in action for his last club Glenavon. Photo by TONY HENDRON/Presseye.com.

Now reports are surfacing that McCourt could be set to join Finn Harps.

The League of Ireland Premier Division club will face Cabinteely in a friendly this weekend tomorrow as the Donegal Daily are reporting that the ex-Celtic winger could even feature.

Paul Hegarty, Assistant Manager at Finn Park, worked with McCourt at Derry City in 2005 and is reported to have been a significant player in the potential deal.

The new League of Ireland season begins next Friday, with Harps at home to Cork City.