Born in Scotland on 15 August 1995, Aidan Connolly is a robust forward, a left winger to be precise, currently part of Raith Rovers' charge. With a height of 5ft 5in (1.66m) and tipping the scale at 10st 3lb (65kg), he wears the number 7 jersey with a flair that matches his footballing prowess.
His current market value hovers around £256k, according to Transfermarkt. Connolly's contract with Raith Rovers has a remaining lifespan of 4 months, slated to expire on 31 May 2025.
Connolly's football voyage embarked in July 2012, when he joined Queen's Park in the Scottish Championship. His debut season witnessed him making 23 first team appearances and netting six goals in league matches.
The talented Scotsman then switched allegiance from Queen's Park to Dundee United in the Premiership in Scotland in July 2013. The 2013 - 2016 seasons at Dundee United saw Connolly showcasing his talent in 31 first team appearances and chipping in with a solitary goal. However, the 2013-2014 season featured an intermediary loan spell at Brechin City in the Highland League, where Connolly made four first team appearances.
In January 2016, Connolly embarked on his maiden stint with Raith Rovers in the Scottish Championship. The seasons spanning from 2015 - 2025 glistened with Connolly's performances, as he made impactful appearances and bagged some critical goals for his side.
In a brief interlude, Connolly found himself in England, playing for York City in the National League. From 2016 to 2018, he clocked up 50 appearances and scored nine goals for the Minstermen.
The period post-2018 witnessed Connolly returning to Scottish football. Initially joining Dunfermline Athletic in July 2018, he moved to Falkirk in the Championship a year later. Finally, Connolly returned to Raith Rovers in July 2021, where he has been a regular feature in their campaign, demonstrating consistent performances across seasons.
Besides his league contributions, Connolly has also been instrumental in cup competitions. He participated in the League Cup 2024 - 2025 for Raith Rovers, impressively scoring three goals in four appearances. He was also part of the Scottish Cup 2024 - 2025 for Raith Rovers and the Premiership Play-offs 2023 - 2024, proving to be a vital asset for his team.
