Former Carlisle United Academy standout Josh Galloway has officially joined Workington Reds, making the move to Borough Park following a two-year stint with Annan Athletic.
Galloway’s journey in football began with Carlisle United’s academy at the tender age of under-10. He showed great promise early on, participating in the Blues’ first-team pre-season activities in the summer of 2019. During this period, Galloway played in friendly matches against Fleetwood Town and Tranmere Rovers, and notably scored at Penrith AFC. Despite these promising beginnings, he moved to Leeds United without breaking into Carlisle’s first eleven.
Reds manager Mark Fell expressed his enthusiasm about the new signing on the club’s website, highlighting Galloway’s versatility and skill. “I’m thrilled to have Josh at Borough Park,” Fell stated. “I had a brief opportunity to work with him at Lancaster when he was potentially joining us on loan from Leeds. He possesses the strength, speed, and technical ability we need, and he’s adaptable across various positions. I recall him giving my Lancaster side a tough time when he played for FC United. He’s well-acquainted with the division and has the potential to rise even higher. Our goal is to provide him with the platform and environment to achieve that.”
Josh Galloway also shared his excitement about joining Workington Reds, citing productive discussions with the manager as a key factor in his decision. “I’m delighted to sign for Workington,” Galloway said. “After many positive conversations with the manager, I feel this is the right move for me to grow as a player. I’m eager to start working with some familiar faces. My personal goals are to create numerous scoring opportunities and contribute goals myself, while also putting in the hard work for the team. I aim for us to finish in the top half of the table this season.”
Galloway’s addition to the team is expected to bring a fresh dynamism to Workington Reds, and fans are hopeful that his skills and determination will significantly contribute to the team’s success in the coming season.