Cardiff City boss Brian Barry-Murphy has praised young defender Dylan Lawlor amid rumours linking him with Bayern Munich. After a stellar display in Cardiff’s 1-0 triumph over Exeter City, Lawlor is catching eyes both at home and abroad. But Barry-Murphy insists Cardiff is the best place for Lawlor to mature and shine.
Highlighting Lawlor’s joy in playing for Cardiff, the manager emphasised the importance of first-team football. “The biggest thing we can give him is the chance to develop by consistently playing,” he shared. With a squad full of talent like Calum Chambers and Will Fish, it’s the perfect environment for growth.
Cardiff has shown their faith in the Wales international by securing him until 2028, underscoring his future value. The win over Exeter saw Lawlor’s skill on full display, delivering a brilliant assist for Alex Robertson’s crucial goal. Barry-Murphy admired his young star’s performance, noting, “To defend so well against top strikers is a testament to his progress.”
The Boxing Day victory also broke Cardiff’s poor post-Christmas record, with Barry-Murphy expressing gratitude for the massive 22,000-strong crowd at the stadium. “It’s incredibly humbling to see such support, it felt amazing,” he said. Despite a challenging first half, Cardiff’s calm and composed approach ensured a memorable win and Matt Turner’s first clean sheet with the team. This result reflects the team’s solid mentality as they continue their promising season.
What a day for the Bluebirds! Fans will be buzzing after this fantastic performance.