Cyril Farrell says internal strife is the last thing Galway hurling needs right now.

Speculation of unease in the county has been rife since Micheál Donoghue’s decision to step down as manager after four seasons this past Tuesday, with reports of senior players holding a meeting last night to discuss the issue.

Writing in his column for the Irish Independent today, Farrell suggested that the group must move on after Donoghue’s resignation and look forward to the coming years with plenty of talent coming through the ranks.

“Was there more to Donoghue’s departure than meets the eye? In the absence of real information, as opposed to rumour and gossip, it’s wisest not to jump to conclusions,” the three-time Galway boss wrote.

“However, I will say this: the last thing Galway hurling needs now is any form of internal strife. We had enough of that in 2015. Galway will be right up there among the top contenders again next year, provided something doesn’t occur to derail everything.

“That can’t be allowed to happen. Micheál decided, for whatever reason, to leave so now it’s all about who replaces him. Jeffrey Lynskey looks the leading contender, but there will be other strong applicants too.

“If he gets the job, he will be very much his own man, doing things his own way. It’s a good time to take over. There’s a lot of hurt among the players after what happened this year and there’s also a sizeable contingent of real talent itching to get into the squad. Galway hurling has plenty to look forward to in the coming years.”

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