Dundalk have added more experience to their squad by bringing in goalkeeper Conor Kearns on a season-long loan deal from Shelbourne.
The Dubliner has made over 100 appearances for the Reds and was part of their title-winning side in 2024.
He also won the Soccer Writers Ireland Goalkeeper of the Year award at the end of that season and penned what described as a long-term deal contract ahead of the 2025 campaign.
However, he lost his place last year when injuries struck and loanee Wessel Speel impressed in his place.
"We're delighted to get someone of Conor’s experience, a league winning goalkeeper, into the club," said Lilywhites boss Ciaran Kilduff.
"We’ve no doubt that he’ll strengthen us and he’ll be great within the goalkeeping department."
Shels have not completed their signings in the area, with 21-year-old Conor Walsh joining from Sligo Rovers so far.
A further goalkeeper is likely to be added before the start of the season in February, with Speel's future unclear at parent side Minnesota United.
