Ciaran Patrick Gilligan (born 5 February 2002) is a professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for EFL League One club Burton Albion.

Born in England, he has represented the Republic of Ireland as a youth international.

Born in Derby,[2] Gilligan signed his first professional contract with Burton in June 2020.

[7] In November 2020, Gilligan signed a new contract with the club, valid until summer 2022, with the option for a further year.

[11] On 10 February 2024, he scored his first senior goal with a "looping shot" in a 2–1 win away at Bristol Rovers.