John Mountney has joined Bohemians on a multi-year deal from Dundalk.
The 31-year-old arrives from the Lilywhites, who he captained this year as they suffered relegation from the top flight.
The Mayo man won five league titles and three FAI Cups at Oriel Park, adding a fourth cup winner's medal to his collection in his one year with St Pat’s in 2021.
He is Bohs' third new arrival so far, following striker Colm Whelan from Derry City and midfielder Niall Morahan from Sligo Rovers.
"I am delighted to get a player of John’s experience and quality on board," said Bohs boss Alan Reynolds.
"To push on as a club, we needed to strengthen with players who know the league and have a winning mentality. John has that in spades."
Mountney is looking forward to a fresh challenge, adding: "When Alan contacted me originally, it was something that really excited me. Everyone knows how big a club Bohs is.
"I want to be a part of something and I believe Bohs is the perfect fit for me to try to do that."
Mountney wasn't the only player to depart Dundalk on Thursday. Shelbourne made their first new signing for the 2025 season by bringing in Ryan O'Kane (above).
The 21-year-old winger has put pen to paper on a long-term deal at Tolka Park, with the exact length of the contract unspecified.
O'Kane made 33 appearances for the Louth club this year, scoring three goals.
The Louth native signed for Dundalk in 2021 having made the breakthrough at Warrenpoint Town, and went on to play over 100 times for his hometown club.
O’Kane said: "I was delighted when I heard Shels were in for me, it’s a club with ambition and has shown where hard work gets you, having won the League of Ireland last season.
"I think my game will really suit the way the team plays, I’m a winger, I like to dribble, cross and shoot and I’m really excited to get going."
Shels must pay the Lilywhites a five-figure compensation fee for the signature of O'Kane.
Manager Damien Duff feels they can bring improvement out of O'Kane: "Shelbourne FC is the best club in the country at developing young players in the first team and bringing them to the next level. That is why it is the perfect move for both parties.
"For Ryan he will be given everything on and off the pitch to help him grow as a footballer and as a person. For us, we have signed electric pace, brilliant dribbling, an exciting player that will get us up the pitch and get bums off seats.
"He is a brilliant signing for the group, he will fit in brilliantly and will play his part in the continued growth of this team."
The Reds had 17 players under contract before the addition of O'Kane.
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