Ryan O'Kane seals move to Damien Duff's Shelbourne 

EXCITING WINGER: Ryan O'Kane celebrates a goal. Pic: Stephen Marken/Sportsfile

Shelbourne boss Damien Duff has made young Dundalk winger Ryan O'Kane his first signing of the off-season. 

Kane arrives from now-relegated Dundalk to champions Shelbourne on the back of a historic season for Duff's outfit, who fought off the challenge of Shamrock Rovers to claim the Premier Division title. 

The 21-year-old has put pen-to-paper on a long-term deal at Tolka Park. 

O'Kane - one of the bright sparks at Oriel Park over recent years - having joined the club in 2021 - made 33 appearances for the Lilywhites in 2024, scoring three goals while also providing three assists.

“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," said O'Kane. 

"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.” 

Duff added: “Shelbourne 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”