Seamus McEnaney has guided Monghan to the Ulster final

Midfielder Finlay missed the 0-14 to 1-9 win at Casement Park and there was speculation be could be out long term.

"Forget about the rumours. Paul Finlay will play in the Ulster final - I can guarantee you that," said McEnaney.

"The players gave everything. Tyrone will be a serious challenge but it is one we are looking forward to."

McEnaney highlighted the work which had gone into getting Monaghan to their first Ulster final since 1988.

"People do not realise what this team has gone through to get here, the sacrifices they have to make," he said.

"The players have given me tremendous respect and commitment and I am proud to be their manager."

Derry manager Paddy Crozier struggled to pinpoint where his side went wrong.

"You can analyse all you want but there is no explanation for what happened out there," said Crozier.

"It is pure disappointment. The fellows did not do themselves justice. They did not turn up and Monaghan seemed to be the hungrier team.

"There will be knockers but we just have to get on with it."