Portadown FC Signing of Joe Gorman Not Concluded

Portadown FC's deal to sign Joe Gorman has fallen through. The club announced on Twitter that the transfer had not been concluded.

What happened?

The controversy surrounding Gorman's past comments on social media led to a backlash from Portadown fans. Gorman had made comments about the Orange Order in 2014, which sparked anger among supporters.

Why it matters for Portadown

The club's decision to sign Gorman was met with criticism from fans, who took to social media to express their disappointment. One fan tweeted: "Turn round and go back home. What kind of signing is this? Absolutely ridiculous call - who sanctioned this?"

What comes next?

The club has wished Gorman all the best for his future career. As of now, Portadown is 9th in the Premiership, with 36 points from 33 games, and a recent form of WWLDD. Their last result was a 4-2 win against Bangor on April 25, 2026.