Linfield confirm defender exit 'to pursue an opportunity in the United States'
Linfield have confirmed defender Sam Roscoe has departed the club in order to “pursue an opportunity in the United States”.
Roscoe was enjoying his second stint at Windsor Park after returning to the Irish League from English outfit Altrincham in 2024.
The 27-year-old won two Premierships titles and a BetMcLean Cup crown during his time with the Blues.
Roscoe had registered 14 league appearances throughout the current campaign for David Healy’s side with his last outing coming in a 2-1 defeat to Glenavon at Mourneview Park in December.
In total, Roscoe, who also previously spent time on the books of Aberdeen and Ayr United, played 89 times in the Premiership.
It has been reported Roscoe is set to join former Cliftonville defender Jack Keaney at American outfit Corpus Christi – the Texas-based club play in USL League One.
"Linfield Football Club can confirm that defender Sam Roscoe has left the club by mutual consent to pursue an opportunity in the United States,” the Blues confirmed. “Everyone at the club would like to thank Sam for his contributions across his two spells at Windsor Park, during which he played his part in winning two league titles and a BetMcLean Cup.
“Best of luck stateside, Sam!”