Ryan Finnigan

Ryan James Finnigan is an English professional footballer who plays as a central midfielder for club Blackpool.

Club career

Southampton

Having joined Southampton's academy in May 2012, Finnigan signed a professional contract with the club in December 2020. On 19 January 2021, Finnigan made his first professional appearance in Southampton's victory over Shrewsbury Town in the FA Cup.

Crewe Alexandra (loan)

On 18 January 2023, Finnigan joined League Two side Crewe Alexandra for the remainder of the season, making his Crewe debut against Stockport County at Gresty Road on 31 January 2023. In his fifth appearance for the Railwaymen, he scored his first professional goal, helping Crewe to a 2–0 home win against Hartlepool United on 14 February 2023.

Shrewsbury Town (loan)

On 1 September 2023, Finnigan joined League One side Shrewsbury Town on a season-long loan. He made his debut for the club on 5 September 2023 in a 3–0 defeat to Forest Green Rovers in the EFL Trophy. At the end of September, Finnigan suffered an ankle injury during training and was expected to be sidelined for several months.

Blackpool

On 31 January 2024, Finnigan was recalled from loan and joined League One side Blackpool on a permanent transfer for an undisclosed fee. He scored on his debut for the club, a 4–0 over Burton Albion in the first round of the EFL Cup on 13 August 2024.

Walsall (loan)

On 18 August 2025, Finnigan joined League Two side Walsall on a season-long loan. He was named EFL League Two Player of the Month for November 2025, contributing three goals as the Saddlers continued their push for promotion. He was recalled by Blackpool on 5 January 2026.