Aberdeen

Aberdeen have signed left-back Nesta Guinness-Walker on a two-year-deal after departing EFL side, Northampton Town. The 26-year-old came through the youth rank with both Chelsea and Tottenham playing as an attacking minded full-back. The left-back has a handful of spells at other English clubs such as AFC Wimbledon, Reading, Stevenage, Metropolitan Police and of course most recently Northampton Town. There has been a lot of talk surrounding their left sided defenders with Gyamfi picking up once again, another setback with Mitchell Frame being linked with moves to either Sweden or Poland after gaining valuable game time last campaign since signing from Celtic B. Jensen who can also play at left-back departed Pittodrie this week, joining Jimmy Thelin’s former side, Elfsborg. “I’m buzzing to be here,” said Nesta. “As soon as Aberdeen showed interest, I was keen to get the deal done. “I’m here to continue my development and, of course, help the team win games. “The Club has a rich history, the fans look amazing, and after speaking to the manager, the ambition here was clear. It is something I’m eager to be part of.” Nesta becomes signing number nine for Stephen Robinson as the Dons boss has full faith that his new signing has the right attributes for the upcoming campaign. He said: “Nesta brings real pace and energy down the side, and his experience will also help Emmanuel and Mitchel with their continued development. “He has played extensively in the English Championship and League One and was named Northampton’s Player of the Year last season. “He will need a few weeks to get up to speed, as his season finished earlier, but our team behind the scenes will create a tailored programme to help him integrate and be ready for action as quickly as possible.” Nesta will be in the squad ahead of Saturday’s final pre-season fixture away in Linfield ahead of their League Cup clashing away to Brora Rangers next Tuesday.

Premier Sports Pundit, Stephen Craigan has completed a move to join the backroom staff at Aberdeen as Stephen Robinson strengthens his coaching staff. Craigan, the former Northern Ireland captain makes the move to the Granite City bringing a high amount of experience from his playing days. The former midfielder made over 50 caps at International level for Northern Ireland as well as making over 300 appearances for Scottish Premiership side, Motherwell which included spells at both Partick Thistle and Scottish junior side, Blantyre Victoria during the early days of his career. The 49-year-old has a very small amount of managerial experience, taking caretaker charge of Motherwell on two separate occasions back in both 2009 and 2015. Stephen is known for his ability in developing players with Aberdeen boss, Stephen Robinson suggesting the appointment proves as a crucial step in the success of the first-team and in the future too. The Aberdeen boss said: “Stephen brings extensive playing and coaching experience, but just as importantly he has an outstanding track record of helping young players fulfil their potential. “We’ve identified the transition from Academy football into becoming an established first-team player as one of the most important stages in a player’s development. Too often, talented young players simply train with the first team and are expected to improve naturally. “Our ambition is to be much more deliberate than that. Stephen will work closely with our most promising young players on an individual basis, ensuring every aspect of their technical, tactical, physical and mental development is planned, monitored and challenged. “He’ll be an important link between our development group and the first team, helping create a pathway while giving our young players the very best opportunity to establish themselves at Aberdeen. “I’ve worked with Stephen twice before and know exactly the qualities he’ll bring. He’ll demand high standards every day, and he’ll help drive both the team’s success and the development of players who can make a real impact for this football club.” Stephen Craigan can’t wait to get started as he looks ahead to the future of developing players at Pittodrie. He said: “I’m delighted to join Aberdeen. The opportunity to come to a Club of this size was one I was incredibly excited about and I’m looking forward to supporting the staff and players. “There is a real sense of excitement around the place ahead of the new season and I’m looking forward to playing my part as we all work towards delivering success. “One of the biggest attractions of this role was the opportunity to work closely with the Club’s best young players. That’s an area I’ve always enjoyed and where I believe I’ve done some of my best work. “Every player develops differently. My role is to make sure our highest-potential players receive the individual support, challenge and guidance they need alongside their first-team training to maximise that potential. “That means looking at every aspect of their game and building tailored development plans that give them the best possible chance of succeeding. “Ultimately, if we can help more young players establish themselves in Aberdeen’s first team, contribute to winning matches and go on to enjoy successful careers, then we’ll have done our job.”

After the 2026/27 fixtures being released this afternoon, here are some key dates as the Dons’ set their sights on top six once again. The First Five: Aberdeen v Hearts – The Dons’ open their season at home to Hearts who spent most of last season at the top, although the Jambos have lost many of their star players as well as gaffer, McInnes. Hearts have had a tough time at Pittodrie, not winning in the Granite City since 2016 as they prepare to fight towards the title once again. Dundee v Aberdeen – Aberdeen make the short trip down the A9 to face Dundee at Dens Park. Aberdeen have lost their last two against the Dee with Aberdeen last meeting the Dens Park side being on the final day of last season in a 3-2 defeat for Aberdeen. Motherwell v Aberdeen – The Dons make the long journey down to Fir Park to face the Steelmen – a side who they haven’t had the best of times against. Aberdeen haven’t won at the home for the Steelmen in two years. Aberdeen v Rangers – The Dons and Rangers meet again as Aberdeen go up against former boss, Derek McInnes as he looks to get off to the perfect start under the Ibrox side. It’s always an exciting match between the two sides as a feisty encounter awaits on matchday four. Celtic v Aberdeen – Aberdeen head to East End Glasgow to face the Champions, Celtic who they have a horrid record against, despite winning the 2025 Scottish Cup against Celtic but in the league, they haven’t defeated the Glasgow side since 2017, a Considine strike to grab second on the final day. Halloween classic Aberdeen are in for a very tasty clash on Halloween as they make the spooky trip to Govan to face Rangers at Ibrox. Another very exciting meeting in store as the Dons will be eager to haunt Rangers and McInnes in Glasgow. Festive Period Six-days before Christmas, Aberdeen take on Celtic at Pittodrie as they look to end their horror record at home to Celtic before they make the boxing day trip to Perth to take on newly promoted St Johnstone at McDiarmid Park. As the year comes to a close, Aberdeen will welcome Motherwell to Pittodrie as they look to end the year on a high ahead of a new year trip to Paisley as Stephen Robinson meets his former side. Final Day before the split A day which may be crucial, Aberdeen host Kilmarnock which may be very important as they look to grab a top six spot and regain their European status for the following campaign.

Aberdeen this afternoon announced the signing of Connor Ronan on a two-year-deal with an option of a further year. The midfielder joins from American side Colorado Rapids which is the sixth summer signing for Stephen Robinson as the Dons boss re-unites with his former St Mirren star. The midfielder started his career on the youth ranks in England, coming through at Wolves, making 13 appearances before having short stints at the likes of Portsmouth, Walsall, Blackpool, Grasshoppers and Slovakian side, DAC 1904 Dunajska Streda before a loan spell at St Mirren where he was managed under current Aberdeen boss, Stephen Robinson. Ronan was a star player in Paisley, making 30  appearances for the Buddies with 8 goals and 5 assists for St Mirren in 2021 being a standout at the SMiSA Stadium. After his time with Wolves, failing to become a regular starter the Ireland U21 International made the move all the way to the US, spending four-year with Colorado Rapids becoming a regular starter for the MLS side. Ronan this season has been limited to just six games where a move to Pittodrie is next up for the 28-year-old. Manager Stephen Robinson said: “We’re delighted to bring Connor to Aberdeen. “He is a player I know from his time in Scotland and someone whose qualities we have admired for a number of years. “He’s a creative player who will bring valuable experience to our midfield. He has a strong work ethic, can score goals and has clearly matured during his time in MLS. “Just as importantly, he has the character and professionalism that we want within the squad. We’re looking forward to working with him and seeing the impact he can make.” New signing, Connor Ronan said: “It’s great to be here. I’m delighted to have everything finalised and can’t wait to get started. “From the first conversations I had with the manager, it was clear what the Club is trying to build and where I fit into those plans. “I’ve also worked with Stephen before, and I know exactly what he’ll expect from me. That was a really important factor. “Aberdeen is a huge football club with big ambitions and that’s difficult to turn down. I want to be part of helping the Club compete at the top end of the table, return to Europe and challenge for trophies. “From a personal point of view, I want to contribute goals, assists and strong performances, but above all else I want to help the team be successful. That’s what matters most.” Ronan will join up with his new team mates as they continue pre-season work, in the build up to next weeks friendly away to Cove Rangers.

Aberdeen have this evening completed the signing Dan Happe following the expiry of the Leyton Orient mans contract. The defender penned a two-year-deal with the option of a further year after becoming a very consistent and reliable defender throughout English Football. The 6ft 6′ defender joined the London side at the young age of 14, going on to make 250 appearances for the O’s, becoming a solid starter week-in week-out which he helped gain promotion to League Two after winning the National League as well as gaining promotion to the English League One. The 27-year-old said he turned down a handful of clubs down south to pen a deal at Pittodrie. Dan Hoppe said: “Having spent my entire career at one club it was a big decision to move on, but I just felt it was the right time to try something new, and this was an opportunity I could not turn down,” he said. “After speaking to the manager, he was so positive and enthusiastic about the club and what he wants to achieve here. He was very persuasive. I had other options, interest from teams in England, but after the call with him I was in now doubt this was the move for me. “I know last season was not what anyone at Aberdeen would have wanted, it was disappointing, but I am confident better times lie ahead with the squad the manager is building. I want to help the team get back into Europe and help the team win trophies.” Hoppe is well known for his ability on the ball and has been a key leader on-and-off the pitch for the London outfit and will become a valuable asset to the new look Aberdeen side. Stephen Robinson said while speaking on the new signing: “Dan is a leader who given his stature is clearly dominant in the air, something which we have missed,” Robinson said. “Given his experience we think he can have an immediate impact while also contributing to our longer-term vision for the club. He’s exactly the right type of character and brings the attributes we’re looking for.” Hoppe becomes Aberdeen’s fourth summer signing as Stephen Robinson looks to get his new looks Dons team ready ahead of their Premier Sports Cup opener with Highland League Champions, Brora Rangers.

Aberdeen winger, Topi Keskinen is on the verge of departing Aberdeen with Danish side, Odense eyeing up the Finland International. Topi signed for the Dons back in 2024, signing for around £800k from HJK Helsinki meaning Aberdeen will be looking for a good amount of money should the winger move on. The Finnish International was watched most recently on International duty against Germany in Mainz where the Danish outfit seem to be very keen in the Aberdeen number 81. Odense have undertaken lengthy scouting work in Keskinen and would like to add the former HJK Helsinki man to Denmark as they see the pacey winger as a real target for the Danish outfit. Topi has been recorded as one of the fastest winger in Scottish football with Topi regularly being played as a wing-back or forward for the Dons. Topi netted on three occasions last campaign with five assists also and has capped Finland at senior level 12 times. Stephen Robinson is eager to free up the wage bill and offload players to increase his transfer budget with many other faces set to be shown the exit door with Ante Palaversa, Marko Lazetic and Kenan Bilalovic all set to depart as well as duo, Kusini Yengi and Peter Ambrose also set to be sold. Graeme Shinne also departed last week, letting go of some big wages with the former St Mirren manager signing trio, Brad Lyons, Lewis Mayo and Alexsander Briedl. Connor Ronan is also set to be the fourth summer signing when the transfer window opens in the coming weeks.  

Aberdeen boss, Stephen Robinson is keen to keep striker Olusanya at Pittodrie following his loan spell. Robinson is keen to keep Olusanya at Pittodrie who originally joined Aberdeen on loan from MLS outfit, Houston Dynamo who is out-of-contract with the American side this summer. Robinson coached Olusanya back during their St Mirren days where the ex-St Mirren coach is a big admirer of the forward. Olusanya joined the Dons on loan in January from the MLS in which he previously had a loan spell with Doncaster Rovers at the beginning of this season failing to make an impact down south. The Englishman has featured 15 times in red failing to pick up a single goal with just one assist to his name – despite the stats, Robinson is clearly hopeful of keeping Olusanya in the North-East. Olusanya was a key player during their St Mirren days netting 12 times in 38 during 2024/25 for the Buddies as Robinson see’s the striker as a key player. Robinson states he is very keen in keeping him next season as he is hoping to sign consistent performers over ‘big’ names. Robinson on keeping Olusanya at Aberdeen: Robinson confirmed: “Certainly we will. I believe the American club has got an option to extend it, but it’s something that we’ll be looking at and actively discussing.” “You know, there’s lots of names being bandied about, and we just need to, first and foremost, get safe. I’ve let other people look at that in the background and advise me. “I was going to say once a week, but it’s probably every couple of hours, advising me where we are.” “I was going to say once a week, but it’s probably every couple of hours, advising me where we are.” Robinson is happy by Olusanya’s overall play but says the only missing part is a goal which he believes he will get eventually. The former St Mirren boss said: The Dons boss claimed: “He’s doing everything but scoring a goal at the moment, and if you ask any defender in the league, they hate playing against him. “He’s a huge threat. He’s involved in so many things good that we do, and I’ve worked with him, obviously, previously, and he’s a super boy. “He is infectious around the place. When you come into a changing room, that’s not won games. “One win in 16 when I took over and there are people feeling sorry for themselves. You get the little groups gathered together. “But Toyi is a different breed. He’s just happy all the time. He trains every day wood, and his teammates really, really like him, so he brings a positivity. “On the pitch, he’s one of the quickest players I’ve ever worked with. If we can just add the goals to his game, then he’s a real, real threat, which he’s shown in the other parts of his game.” Stephen Robinson also thinks that Olusanya doesn’t suit the MLS and believes the Scottish Premiership is the right place for him to play his best football. He added: “Yes, I think when I first came in, he wasn’t. He’d been in America for a year and hadn’t played a lot of football. It was a different style of football. “It was 40-odd degrees in Texas, and probably didn’t suit Toi’s game, if the truth be told. Toi’s a runner. He gets down the side of people and hurts people. “We’ve taken a little while to get him up to that fitness level, but like we’d done with Afeez, we stuck with him to get the game time in. I’m starting to see real good traits in him and Kevin forming a really good partnership.” Robinson is also keen on bringing Liam Morrison back from QPR for next season following his loan spell in Scotland. Striker pairing, Kusini Yengi and Peter Ambrose are both set to return from disappointing loan spells. Graeme Shinnie could be on his way out with no sign of any contact extension yet with a return to Inverness being possible following their promotion to the Championship.