Former Glentoran star attracting Irish League transfer interest as multiple clubs look to make move
Former Glentoran attacker David Fisher is the subject of transfer interest from a host of Irish League clubs as the summer window enters the final days – but face a fight from England for his services.
Fisher arrived at The Oval from AFC Wimbledon in 2023 under former manager Warren Feeney and impressed in Northern Ireland’s top-flight – he scored 11 goals across 27 league appearances during his maiden campaign.
The 24-year-old played 95 times in his two-and-a-half years in Belfast, netting 25 goals in that time, before earning a move to Vietnam with Hanoi FC, where he once again linked up with Feeney, who served as assistant to Harry Kewell.
Feeney has since departed Hanoi and was named Darren Purse’s number two at Sligo Rovers earlier this summer.
Fisher has scored four times in 15 league appearances for Hanoi this term, but the News Letter understands a host of Premiership clubs are keen on bringing the talented forward back to Northern Ireland.
The Englishman’s situation is one to keep a close eye on ahead of the Irish League’s transfer window closing late on Tuesday night.
Fisher departed Glentoran for an undisclosed fee in January and highlighted the opportunity to “experience a new culture, learn a new language and continue to develop as both a person and a player”.
He previously received high praise from Feeney, who said: “He’s a great lad who’s still learning.
"I was very happy to get him in August as I had a lot of confidence in him which has been proved right as he’s proved he’s more than adequate for this league and is already making a great contribution here.”
Current Glens manager Declan Devine also hailed Fisher’s all-round play after the attacker signed a new two-and-a-half year contract in January 2025.
"David’s willingness to learn and improve speaks volumes about his character,” he told the club’s website. “While his ability to score and create goals is invaluable, his overall contribution to the team – whether it’s holding up play, linking with teammates, or pressing from the front – demonstrates his importance to our system.”