NEWS | Downing Extends Bulls Stay

17th October 2023 by Hereford FC - Club News

Hereford FC are delighted to confirm that Paul Downing has agreed to sign a contract until the end of the season.

The experienced centre half has brought a wealth of composure and security to the Bulls’ back line since his arrival in September.

With the help of Downing in defence, the Bulls have kept 5 clean sheets in a row including a hard-fought and well disciplined win against National League side, Rochdale AFC.

Speaking about the signing of Paul Downing, a delighted Paul Caddis, said:

“Let’s not pretend we haven’t been waiting on this!

“I’ve no doubt that you, as supporters, will be as pleased as me, the Chairman, the Board of Directors, the staff and, of course, the players, that we have secured Paul Downing on a contract until the end of the season.

“The best compliment I can pay Paul is that since he has come into the club, he has made players around him better and added a calmness to everyone. We have now kept clean sheets in the last 5 games and Paul has played a huge part in that.

“Of course, his own performances have been excellent and at a level he should be extremely proud of, but, looking at Paul’s signing as a whole, I also feel extremely fortunate to have a character like him secured for the season.

“Paul and I have been in discussions about the potential to extend his deal ever since he came into the club, and with the help of the support at the weekend, and careful consideration of the positive financial impact, this deal has been made possible.

“While I understand that ‘Rome wasn’t built in a day’, you need to start building it at some stage and signing players of Paul Downing’s calibre certainly helps!”