Shelbourne FC Sign Milan Mbeng on a Multi-Year Deal | OneFootball

Shelbourne FC is delighted to announce the signing of Milan Mbeng on a multi-year deal for an undisclosed fee, subject to international clearance.

The 23-year-old French defender joins the Reds from Cork City, where he featured 19 times in all competitions during the first half of the 2025 season, registering two assists.

A product of EA Guingamp’s academy in France, Mbeng also spent time with Belgian side Charleroi before making the move to Ireland. A versatile defender, Mbeng is comfortable at centre-back or right-back.

Milan Mbeng said: “I’m really happy and proud to join this great club. From the first moment I heard about the opportunity from Joey and Luke, I knew it was something I wanted. I can’t wait to wear the colours, meet the fans, and give everything I have for the team. I’m ready to work hard and help the club as much as I can at an important time in the season.

Joey O’Brien, Shelbourne FC manager said: “We’re delighted to bring Milan in. He’s been one of the standout players in the league since coming in at the start of the season and has shown real quality throughout. He’s young, ambitious, and fits exactly what we’re trying to build here. We’re really pleased he’s committed to us, and we’re looking forward to helping him continue his development. He’s versatile, exciting, and will bring real quality to the squad as we push into the second half of the season. Credit to everyone behind the scenes for getting it over the line.”

Luke Byrne, Shelbourne FC Technical Director said: “Absolutely delighted to have Milan sign for us. We have been watching him for a long time and really think he suits how we play. He’s aggressive, athletic and a composed footballer who plays different positions in different systems. He’s a great age profile and we see massive potential in him. We’re happy with the additions we’ve made to the squad this month, the profile of player coming into the club is in line with what we are trying to build.”