Cathal Séan Heffernan Andrews (born 27 April 2005) is an Irish footballer who plays as a centre-back for Cambridge United.
Early and personal life Heffernan was born in Cork. His father Rob and mother Marian are both Olympians, in race walking and 400m relay respectively.
Club career Heffernan began his career with Ringmahon Rangers, signing for Cork City in 2019. He made his senior debut for Cork City in the 2021 season. In March 2021 he trained with Italian clubs Juventus, AC Milan, Roma and Atalanta, and turned professional with Cork in June 2021.
He moved on loan to AC Milan in January 2022. He made his debut for Milan's under-18 team a few days later. In May 2022 he made his debut for the under-19 team.
His transfer to Milan was made permanent in June 2022. He joined English club Newcastle United in August 2023.
On 14 January 2026, Heffernan signed an 18 month contract with EFL League Two side Harrogate Town.https://www.harrogatetownafc.com/news/2026/january/15/centre-back-cathal-heffernan-signs-from-newcastle/
In August 2026 he signed for Cambridge United.
International career Heffernan has played for the Republic of Ireland at under-15, under-16, under-17, under-18 and under-19 level.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueNational cupLeague cupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsCork City2021LOI First Division1000——10Newcastle United U212023–24————10102024–25———30202025–26———3131Total———6161Harrogate Town2025–26League Two2110000002112026–27National League3100—0031Total242000000242Cambridge United2026–27League One4000002060Career total292000081372
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