Experienced former Millwall midfielder joins Horsham FC from Dorking Wanderers

The experienced box-to-box midfielder joins the Hornets after eight seasons at Meadowbank, where he made 272 appearances and played a key role in Wanderers’ rise through the divisions, including their promotion to the National League in 2021-22.

McManus began his career in the Millwall academy before going on to represent Matlock Town, Leatherhead, and Dorking Wanderers, racking up a wealth of experience at National League South level.

The 30-year-old cited the club's stability and style of play as key factors in his decision to move to Horsham.

He said: “As soon as you get in the play-offs, anything can happen. That's what you've always got to strive for.”

McManus becomes Horsham’s fifth new face of the summer following the arrivals of Ashley Nadesan, Jamie Yila, Sam Howes and Archy Taylor.