St Patrick's Athletic have continued their productive work in the off-season with captain Joe Redmond committing to the club on a new long-term contract.
Redmond is joined by new signing Conor Keeley who moved from Drogheda United in recent days.
The 23-year-old was in high demand after two impressive campaigns in Inchicore.
It means the Saints will have two of the outstanding centre halves from last season at their disposal in 2024.
Redmond said: "I'm delighted to get it all sorted and my main focus is now on next season and helping the club to kick on again.
"I'm really confident in the group we have and the new players that we've brought in, those of us who were here last year have a taste for silverware now and we're all hungry for a bit more.
"We've got Europe to look forward to also which we'll be giving a big push towards, getting to the group stages is definitely an aim for this club this year or over the coming years.
"This club is really growing and going in the right direction, as is the League of Ireland overall, and that's what made the decision for me."
Manager Jon Daly is delighted with the latest piece of good news for Pat's as they look to build on their FAI Cup win.
Daly stated: "Joe committing his long term future to the club is excellent news.
"Since signing at the beginning of the 2022 season, he's gone from strength to strength.
"He is one of the best centre backs in the country and will continue to play a key role for us on and off the pitch.
"Captaining a club like St Patrick's Athletic to the FAI Cup at the age of 23 was an unbelievable achievement and we're hoping Joe can help drive us on to more success.
"We all saw what the club means to Joe after the final, he's a hugely important player and we're all delighted that he'll be here for the next few years."
Elsewhere, Sligo Rovers have announced the signing of striker Wilson Waweru from Galway United.
The 22-year-old spent the past season on loan at Cobh Ramblers in the First Division where he scored 13 goals.
He arrives at The Showgrounds on a two-year deal and Sligo manager John Russell spoke of his confidence that Waweru can deliver in front of goal for the Bit o' Red.
"Wilson is a very good player that I am excited to bring to the club. He came through the Galway United academy and always stood out when he broke through to their first team," he said.
"I have tracked his development and he is moving to us after scoring a lot of goals at Cobh last year.
"He is a natural finisher, he's quick, strong, and capable of running in behind. He comes to us at a good age and is a player I’m excited to have with us next year."
