Barry Town has been dealt a major transfer blow as 20-year-old forward Ieuan Owen leaves the club to join Scottish Premier League side Kilmarnock for an undisclosed fee. Owen, who has recently been voted as the JD Cymru Premier Young Player of the Season, played a huge role in Barry's previous campaign, scoring two crucial goals that helped his side clinch the Nathaniel MG Cup - Barry's first top-flight silverware in over two decades. Barry Town thanked Owen for his services to the club, stating that the transfer reflects the club's continued commitment to developing young talent and supporting players when opportunities arise to progress into professional football.
Owen has joined Kilmarnock, where he will be hoping to make a name for himself in the top flight of Scottish football. Speaking to Kilmarnock's 'Killie TV', Owen expressed how much the move means to him, saying that it's the biggest achievement he's had so far in his career. He also mentioned that his parents and family are excited to come up and see him playing.
This is not the only transfer news for Barry Town, as the club has also confirmed the departure of long-serving forward Ollie Hulbert. Hulbert has joined National League South side Weston Super Mare AFC, where he will be linking up with former teammates, including Emlyn Lewis, with whom he played alongside during a loan spell at Cardiff Met.
Barry Town will need to further explore their options in the transfer market this summer as the club also confirmed the departure of another forward. The club's current league standing is 3rd in Cymru Premier, with 46 points from 32 games, and a recent form of LLWDW. They are 34 points behind leaders The New Saints and have a next fixture against Penybont (away, 2026-10-09).
