Some of Grimsby Town’s most important players of recent times have made their name in the League of Ireland before moving on to England, and, in turn, Blundell Park. The likes of Gavan Holohan and Pádraig Amond have made a huge impact, pivotal to some of the Mariners’ recent successes. Recently released Shrewsbury Town man Tunmise Sobowale could do likewise, should he join this summer.
As pointed out in a previous article, Grimsby require reinforcements in various areas of the squad ahead of the 2024/25 League Two campaign. No more so than at full-back, with both sides of the backline lacking in numbers following the release of players and the return of mid-season loan additions.
We mentioned Southampton youngster Derrick Abu as a potential loan option to fill the right-sided role. Another exciting possibility would be to bring in 25-year-old Irishman Sobowale, a player with a good mix of experience and potential, having played in his homeland, Spain, and, most recently, League One.
Standing well over six feet tall, Sobowale is a real athlete. Boasting a mix of pace and power, he’s an attacking full-back/wing-back that likes to take the initiative and get on the front foot. The Irish defender took part in 29 matches for the third-tier Shrews last season, playing 35 times for the club overall.
Prior to that, the full-back had initially broken through at hometown club Waterford in the League of Ireland, making 83 appearances for the Blues, along with spells with Finn Harps and Athlone Town as well as a season in Spain with Hércules Under-19 side. With 136 senior appearances to his name and now in his mid-20’s, it’s time for Sobowale to make himself a first-team regular, and Grimsby Town could be the place to fulfill that promise.
