'It didn’t take much convincing': Dundalk confirm signing of Ronan Teahan from Kerry

Dundalk also confirmed that Keith Buckley has joined the club

Ronan Teahan came up through the academy at Kerry FC. Pic: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile

Dundalk have begun assembling new recruits for their 2026 Premier Division return, confirming a double swoop for midfielders Ronan Teahan from Kerry and Bohemians stalwart Keith Buckley.

Teahan (21) arrives at Oriel Park after progressing through the Kerry FC academy.

Speaking after putting pen to paper, Teahan said the decision to join Dundalk was straightforward.

“It didn’t take much convincing.” said Teahan, who had a number of offers once his contract with the First Division club expired. “It’s a huge club here, and there’s a really good squad. It was really easy for me to make up my mind.” 

While Teahan, nephew of Kerry GAA legend Maurice Fitzgerald, is starting out on his top-flight career, Buckley is in the twilight of his.

The 33-year-old ended his long association with Bohs in pursuit of regular game-time.

“I can’t wait now to get started in a week or two,” said Buckley.

“It’s a fresh start and a new challenge for me. I’m looking forward to it and really excited to get going.” 

After a bout of boardroom turbulence that saw US-born Irish businessman Chris Clinton assume majority control, Ciarán Kilduff has been able to affirm his plan for the 2026 season.

Work on the replacing the artificial surface at Oriel Park is well underway and their fixture list will be unveiled on December 16.