Walsall defender Oisin McEntee relishes fight for places
Walsall defender Oisin McEntee has welcomed the competition for places in the Saddlers’ ranks.
McEntee produced a man-of-the-match performance in defence in his first start for Walsall as they beat Mansfield 2-1 in the last game.
But a few days later, boss Michael Flynn signed Joe Low on loan from Bristol City to boost the defensive ranks.
Until the Mansfield game, McEntee had only started a few minutes of the FA Cup first-round victory at Wycombe in November.
The youngster – who turned 22 yesterday – joined Walsall from Newcastle United in May, but sustained a shoulder injury that curtailed his progress at Bescot.
He said: “As a footballer, I back myself to play when needed and hope I have done enough to get another start.
“The competition for places will keep me on my toes hopefully.”
