Biography

Daniel Cleary’s football journey playing for Crumlin United before moving to Liverpool’s Academy at 15. His Liverpool tenure. highlighted by a debut in a 2015 friendly and involvement in a UEFA Europa League squad, ended in 2016 after an injury caused by a teammate. Cleary’s career saw brief spells at Birmingham City and Solihull Moors, leading to his successful time at Dundalk . His performances earned him a move to St Johnstone, though his stay was short-lived, culminating in a return to Ireland with Rovers in 2022.

A born winner and a dominant defensive presence, Dan Cleary is one of the most decorated centre-backs in the league. Since arriving from St. Johnstone in the summer of 2022, the Dubliner has been pivotal in bringing a steeliness and aggression to the Rovers backline.

Cleary combines old-school defensive grit with the ability to step out and play from the back, fitting perfectly into the club’s system. With multiple league titles to his name across his career, his experience and vocal leadership are vital components of the team’s defensive organizatio