 Having reportedly turned down a new contract at Shamrock Rovers, no press release confirming his departure was ever issued by the club, Murphy reportedly signed for rivals, Bohemians in time for the start of the 2010 League of Ireland season.It was confirmed on 6 February 2010 that Bohemians' transfer embargo had been lifted, and Barry Murphy was officially registered with the club.He was unveiled to the Bohemians fans in a pre-season friendly against Athlone Town, and made his league debut for Bohs at home to Sporting Fingal on 5 March.