John Egan's comeback helps Hull City return to Premier League
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 7:06 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
John Egan, a 33-year-old centre-back, has played in every match since Hull City's return to the Premier League. After struggling for game time at Burnley, Egan joined Hull in January 2025 and has since become a key figure, contributing to their surprising success this season. He signed a new two-year contract earlier this month, showcasing his importance to the team. Hull City achieved Premier League promotion after a playoff win against Middlesbrough, marking their first return to the top flight since 2017.
- •Egan joined Hull City in January 2025 after leaving Burnley.
- •He has played every match this season and signed a new contract.
- •Hull City returned to the Premier League after a playoff victory.
- •Egan's injury history includes a severe Achilles injury in 2023.
- •He has earned a recall to the Republic of Ireland squad.
- 7:06 AMYahoo Sports — Egan's late career resurgence back to Premier League
- 7:06 AMBBC Sport — Egan's late career resurgence back to Premier League
"BBC Sport NI looks at Republic of Ireland centre-back's John Egan's rise back to the Premier League with Hull City and the international set-up under Heimir Hallgrimsson.
"BBC Sport NI looks at Republic of Ireland centre-back's John Egan's rise back to the Premier League with Hull City and the international set-up under Heimir Hallgrimsson.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 7:06 AMEgan's late career resurgence back to Premier League
BBC Sport NI looks at Republic of Ireland centre-back's John Egan's rise back to the Premier League with Hull City and the international set-up under Heimir Hallgrimsson.
- BBC SportSep 22, 2026, 7:06 AMEgan's late career resurgence back to Premier League
BBC Sport NI looks at Republic of Ireland centre-back's John Egan's rise back to the Premier League with Hull City and the international set-up under Heimir Hallgrimsson.
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