Aberdeen FC has this morning completed the signing of highly rated international young player Noah McDonnell on a two-year deal.

Noah joins the Dons from NIFL Premiership side Larne FC for an undisclosed fee, subject to international clearance and will join our development side.

The 16-year-old defender has represented Northern Ireland at several age groups, having received an initial call-up to the U15 squad in 2022 and after moving up to the U16 squad was named as part of the most recent Victory Shield squad.

Commenting on the new arrival, Dons Youth Academy Director, Stuart Glennie said: “Noah was a player that was first spotted by our Northern Ireland Lead Scout Gareth Elder and who has subsequently been followed closely with our Head of Youth Academy Recruitment Jim Fraser.

“He is a right sided defender that has played at youth international level for Northern Ireland, where he has also captained his country for a two-year period, most notably recently at the Victory Shield in Wales.

“Noah is one we identified as an emerging talent and he enjoyed a successful trial period at Cormack Park where he performed well and demonstrated clear leadership qualities. As a Youth Academy we always strive to bring players through our ranks but we have to be aware of potential top talents further afield.

“We thank Larne for their co-operation with the transfer of Noah.”