The turmoil over the summer was hardly the best preparation for what was always going to be a tough season for the club but what is remarkable is how little upheaval there appears actually to have been. Dave Connell did well at Limerick with limited resources and was shown the door for his trouble. Still, he faces an even tougher task and with resources once again thin on the ground he will do well to keep United up.

In: Jumbo Brennan (Mervue), Aidan Forde (Kilkenny City), Bobby Byrne (Newry Town), Sean Byrne (Ashtown Villa), Anthony Tobin (Limerick).

Out: Eric Lavine (Longford Town), David Forde and Scott Morgan (Barry Town), Kieran Foley (St Patrick's Athletic).

Last five years: 6th (D1) , 4th (D1), 2nd (D1), 9th, 9th.

Betting: 150/1.