Teams | Paul Donnelly

Signed for Dunfermline by Harry Melrose in 1977 Paul went on to play first team football until 1985 and over 160 appearances later.

One of the best players during Dunfermline`s lean years during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Indeed, many felt that had he played with better players during that period he might have had more recognition.

He was signed by Harry Melrose in July 1977 from Dalkeith Thistle, but immediately made an impact and secured a regular place in the side. A hard working but also creative midfielder, Paul went on to make nearly 200 appearances for the Pars before transferring to Partick Thistle after the first game at the start of season 1984/85.

Ironically, he missed all the good days at East End Park, but kept in touch later after he emigrated to play for Perth Azzurri in Western Australia. And the cash the club received for his transfer gave Jim Leishman some much-needed funds for future developments.

Pars Career Record
Position - Midfield
Date of Birth - 14 July 1958
Previous Club - Dalkeith Thistle
First Game - 13 Aug 1977 v Berwick Rangers (2nd Division)
Last Game - 11 Aug 1984 v Stranraer (Second Division)
Transferred To Partick Thistle

Total Pars Apps - 191 (169 + 22 sub)
Total Pars Goals - 8 (6 SD, 2 FD)