JJ McKiernan has left Lincoln City to join League One side Bromley for an undisclosed fee, bringing to an end his tough two years at the Bank.
The fee sees City recoup money after spending a nominal fee on JJ, and it’s reported to include a significant future interest in the player. McKiernan, doubtless talented, could well yet come good, and if he does, we’re covered.
The midfielder joined the Imps from Morecambe in the summer of 2024 and made 17 appearances for City before spending time on loan at Burton Albion across two separate spells. Impacted by injury, McKiernan infuriated some fans last year with an ill-advised interview with Burton media in which he said he didn’t want to stay and fight for his place at the Bank.
McKiernan now makes the permanent move to Bromley ahead of the new campaign, as they look to establish in League One for the first time.
“This is a deal that makes sense for all parties and gives JJ a fresh start at a new home after 18 months on loan,” sporting director Jez George said.
“We have massive respect for Bromley, who we watched extensively whilst tracking Deji, and this is a really good opportunity for JJ in League One with a club that I am sure will surprise people.
“JJ leaves with our best wishes, and we really hope that he can kick on to fulfil his potential.”
McKiernan came through the youth ranks at Watford after starting out with Andover Town, before gaining senior experience during loan spells with Bohemians and Eastleigh. His breakthrough came at Morecambe, where he scored seven times in 28 league appearances during the 2023/24 season, including the club’s first away hat-trick in a 3-1 victory at Colchester United.
We signed him on a four-year deal in July 2024, but he made only 12 league appearances before joining Burton Albion on loan midway through his first season. He returned to the Brewers for the whole of 2025/26, taking his total for the club to 50 league appearances and two goals across the two spells.
Born in Southampton, the central midfielder represented Northern Ireland at Under-21 level, qualifying through his paternal grandparents.
I’ve already done an in-depth look at JJ’s time here and what an exit means, which you can read here.
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