Paul Owens happy with promotion-chasing squad but won't rule out further arrivals at Limavady United
Paul Owens says Limavady United are always looking to improve their squad as they get ready to kick-start their Irish Cup campaign.
The Roesiders suffered a setback in their promotion hopes as they were beaten by league leaders Annagh United at their temporary home at the Coleraine Showgrounds on New Year’s Eve.
Whilst they are level on points with Annagh in the Championship standings, Owens’ men have played one game more, with third-placed H&W Welders three points behind but having played two games more than the pacesetters.
When asked if he planned to bring in any reinforcements to aid in their promotion hopes, Owens told Limavady United’s social media platforms: “Like all managers would say...we’re actively looking, although we’re not in any great need.
"I’m really, really happy with the squad and we’re very fortunate that everyone fit and raring to go at the minute.
"If anything crops up, we will have a wee look at it but we don’t intend on losing anyone.
"I think we have the majority of the players nailed down on long-term contracts here, so hopefully everyone stays with it.
"Like all teams, if anything pops up, we will have a look at it but we aren’t close to anything at the minute, although conversations are going on.”
Owens is set to call on the experience of midfielder Stephen Lowry who missed the loss against Annagh.
"We lost Stevie with a suspension and it was a big loss to the team,” he reflected.
“In the three or four games he’s missed this season, we’ve noticed a big difference, so we’ll be glad to get him back for the next game.”
Limavady United host Lisburn Rangers in the fifth-round tie on Saturday.