Andrei Georgescu
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Andrei Georgescu is an Romanian footballer who plays for Drogheda United
in the League of Ireland
. Georgescu primarily plays as a striker, but can also play in midfield.
He signed for Bray Wanderers
in July 2005 from Dublin AUL League side North Athletic. Georgescu who wears the squad number 9 at Bray made his debut for the Wicklow
club on 15 July 2005 impressing to help the Seagulls to a 2-1 away victory over Waterford United. Georgescu who's nickname is 'Franco' became an instant favourite with Bray's supporters. He spent 3 years with Bray Wanderers until the 2008 season
when he struggled to remain a permanent fixture in Bray's first team. As a result Georgescu was loaned out to First Division title chasing side Shelbourne
for the remainder of 2008
. A combination of injuries and intense competition amongst Shelbourne's forward lineup saw Georgescu limited to 4 league appearances for Shels but nonetheless the Romanian striker showed glimpses of promise including scoring an equaliser for Shels in 1-1 friendly draw against English League 1 club Millwall
. He made his competitive Shelbourne
debut on 18 July 2008 in a 0-0 draw against Dundalk
at Tolka Park
. The striker joined Leinster Senior League Senior Division side Belgrove in early 2009 before he rejoined Shelbourne on 9 July 2009. Georgescu's second spell at Shelbourne lasted just two weeks and included 1 league appearance as a substitute. Georgescu joined First Division outfit Athlone Town in August 2009 and he scored 2 goals in 13 league and cup appearances for them that season.
Georgescu rejoined former club Bray Wanderers
on 28 January 2010 but, after just 4 competitive appearances in his second spell, he parted ways with Bray in mid-season.
Drogheda United
Drogheda United Football Club is an Irish football club currently playing in the Premier Division of the League of Ireland. The club hails from Drogheda, Ireland and, since 1979, plays its home matches at Hunky Dorys Park....
in the League of Ireland
League of Ireland
The League of Ireland is the national association football league of the Republic of Ireland. Founded in 1921, as a league of eight clubs, it has expanded over time into a two-tiered league of 22 clubs. It is currently split into the League of Ireland Premier Division and the League of Ireland...
. Georgescu primarily plays as a striker, but can also play in midfield.
Career
A former Dinamo Bucharest youth player, Georgescu also played for Coresi and Olimpia Ramnicu Sarat in his home country.He signed for Bray Wanderers
Bray Wanderers A.F.C.
Bray Wanderers A.F.C. are an Irish football club playing in the Premier Division of the League of Ireland. The club, founded in 1942 and elected to the League in 1985, hails from Bray and play their home matches at the Carlisle Grounds. Club colours are Green and White, and it goes by the nickname...
in July 2005 from Dublin AUL League side North Athletic. Georgescu who wears the squad number 9 at Bray made his debut for the Wicklow
Wicklow
Wicklow) is the county town of County Wicklow in Ireland. Located south of Dublin on the east coast of the island, it has a population of 10,070 according to the 2006 census. The town is situated to the east of the N11 route between Dublin and Wexford. Wicklow is also connected to the rail...
club on 15 July 2005 impressing to help the Seagulls to a 2-1 away victory over Waterford United. Georgescu who's nickname is 'Franco' became an instant favourite with Bray's supporters. He spent 3 years with Bray Wanderers until the 2008 season
FAI League of Ireland 2008 season
The 2008 League of Ireland season consisted of both Premier and First Division, as well as the newly introduced 'A' Championship. The season kicked off in March and the 'A' Championship commenced in June...
when he struggled to remain a permanent fixture in Bray's first team. As a result Georgescu was loaned out to First Division title chasing side Shelbourne
Shelbourne F.C.
Shelbourne Football Club is an Irish professional football club based in the Drumcondra area of Dublin, currently playing in the League of Ireland Premier Division....
for the remainder of 2008
Shelbourne F.C. Season 2008
In the 2008 season, Shelbourne finished 2nd in the League of Ireland First Division.-Club Information:-Commercial partners:-Coaching and Medical staff:-First team squad 2008:...
. A combination of injuries and intense competition amongst Shelbourne's forward lineup saw Georgescu limited to 4 league appearances for Shels but nonetheless the Romanian striker showed glimpses of promise including scoring an equaliser for Shels in 1-1 friendly draw against English League 1 club Millwall
Millwall F.C.
Millwall Football Club is an English professional football club based in South Bermondsey, south east London, that plays in the Football League Championship, the second tier of English football. Founded as Millwall Rovers in 1885, the club has retained its name despite having last played in the...
. He made his competitive Shelbourne
Shelbourne F.C.
Shelbourne Football Club is an Irish professional football club based in the Drumcondra area of Dublin, currently playing in the League of Ireland Premier Division....
debut on 18 July 2008 in a 0-0 draw against Dundalk
Dundalk F.C.
Dundalk Football Club is a professional Irish football club based in Dundalk, County Louth. The club currently play in the Premier Division of the League of Ireland. Founded in 1903, they are the second most successful team, in terms of trophies won, in the history of the League of Ireland. The...
at Tolka Park
Tolka Park
Tolka Park is an Irish football ground located in the north Dublin suburb of Drumcondra, on the northern banks of the River Tolka. It is currently the home ground of League of Ireland club Shelbourne...
. The striker joined Leinster Senior League Senior Division side Belgrove in early 2009 before he rejoined Shelbourne on 9 July 2009. Georgescu's second spell at Shelbourne lasted just two weeks and included 1 league appearance as a substitute. Georgescu joined First Division outfit Athlone Town in August 2009 and he scored 2 goals in 13 league and cup appearances for them that season.
Georgescu rejoined former club Bray Wanderers
Bray Wanderers A.F.C.
Bray Wanderers A.F.C. are an Irish football club playing in the Premier Division of the League of Ireland. The club, founded in 1942 and elected to the League in 1985, hails from Bray and play their home matches at the Carlisle Grounds. Club colours are Green and White, and it goes by the nickname...
on 28 January 2010 but, after just 4 competitive appearances in his second spell, he parted ways with Bray in mid-season.