John Delamere (born 18 February 1956) is an Irish former professional

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who played as a striker.

Playing career

Delamere played in Ireland with Shelbourne,

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and

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. At Shelbourne he was their topscorer for a few seasons. He signed for Sligo Rovers in January 1978 to replace Mick Leonard. He spent the 1981–82 season with Dutch club

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. Author Gerjos Weelink described Delamere as a "purebred cult figure".

Later life

As of September 2009, he was the President of amateur club Galty Celtic, and also sponsored the club's kits.

Personal life

Delamere's step-brother Paddy Turner was also a footballer.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Delamere, John 1956 births Living people Republic of Ireland association footballers Shelbourne F.C. players Limerick F.C. players Sligo Rovers F.C. players PEC Zwolle players Eredivisie players Republic of Ireland expatriate association footballers Irish expatriate sportspeople in the Netherlands Expatriate footballers in the Netherlands Men's association football forwards