Ards odds
Northern Ireland| Player | Fee | From | To | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Jul 24, 2025 | |||
| — | Jul 08, 2025 | |||
| — | Aug 07, 2024 | |||
| — | Jul 01, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 31, 2024 | |||
| — | Jan 01, 2023 | |||
| — | Jan 18, 2022 | |||
| — | Aug 31, 2021 |
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A comprehensive look at Ards's transfer activity over the past decade.
Transfer Activity
How active has Ards been in the transfer market over the past decade?
Ards has been relatively quiet in the transfer market, completing 14 transfers over the past 5 seasons. This includes 8 incoming moves and 6 departures. The most active season was 2021/22 with 4 transactions, while 2022/23 saw just 1.
Transfer Window Patterns
When does Ards prefer to do their business?
Ards is preferring to operate in the summer window. The summer window accounts for 71% of all transfer activity (10 moves), compared to 29% in January (4 moves). Summer spending totals €0 vs €0 in winter windows.
Net Spend Evolution
Tracking the balance between investment and sales over time.
The cumulative net spend chart tracks Ards's overall market position over time. Values above zero indicate net profit (more sold than spent), while values below represent net investment. Currently, the club sits at a cumulative spend of €0. The balance between spending and sales has remained relatively stable.
Positions Targeted
Which areas of the squad has Ards invested in?
Ards's recruitment has been with goalkeeper being the primary focus, with Goalkeepers representing 25% of incoming transfers (2 signings). Defender arrivals account for another 25% (2 players).
Positions Sold From
Where has Ards seen the most outgoing activity?
The club has seen most departures from Defender positions (50%, 3 players), followed by Midfielders at 33% (2 players). While recruitment has focused on goalkeepers, departures have predominantly been defenders, indicating a deliberate shift in squad composition.
Fee Breakdown
How does Ards's spending distribute across price brackets?
The majority of Ards's incoming business (100%) has been Free transfers. This suggests a cost-conscious approach, maximising value from free transfers.
Signing Age Profile
What age groups has Ards targeted in recruitment?
Ards has focused on Under 21 signings, with 57% of arrivals in this age bracket. Only 14% of signings were 30 or older. This indicates a youth-focused recruitment strategy, prioritising long-term development.
Free Transfers
How much value has Ards found in the free agent market?
Free transfers have accounted for 100% of incoming moves over the past decade. Notable free signings include Caolan Loughran, Caolan Gerard Donnelly, Colin Oppong. In total, Ards has brought in 8 players without a transfer fee.
Loan Movements
How has Ards utilized the loan market?
Ards has utilized the loan market sparingly, preferring permanent deals, sending out 1 players and bringing in 1 on temporary deals over the decade. The most loan activity came in 2021/22 with 1 moves.