Brad Lyons will join the Dons on a two-year deal ahead of the upcoming 2026/27 season.
The 29-year-old Northern Ireland international will make the move to Pittodrie this summer when his current contract with Kilmarnock concludes, adding further experience to the Club’s midfield options.
The versatile midfielder has built a reputation as a consistent and hard-working player, known for his combative style and ability to influence the game both defensively and going forward.
"We’re really pleased to secure Brad”, said Dons boss Stephen Robinson.
“He’s a player who brings a real competitive edge, with strong leadership qualities, and he is exactly the type of player we’re looking to bring into the group.
“He’s got valuable experience both domestically and at international level and we believe he will be an excellent addition to the squad."
Having finalised the agreement, Brad is looking forward to the new challenge that awaits him in the North-east:
“It feels amazing to be here. As soon as you see the set up at the training ground you realise it is a massive Club. I just can’t wait to get started and get in amongst the boys.
“The manager is someone I know well. I know his passion for football, and I saw first-hand how good he was at getting results. When I spoke to him on the phone about the move it was the best call I have ever had in football.
“Individually, my first task is to secure a starting spot in the team. Then I want to help the team as much as I can. Longer term I want to win trophies. I know the Club is capable of it. I know the facilities they have. I know the fan base they have – those fans deserve it. I can promise the fans that I will go out and give everything I have in every game”
Lyons began his career in the Irish Premiership with Coleraine before moving on loan to English side Blackburn Rovers, with the deal to become permanent in January 2019.
A short time after Brad moved to Scotland on loan with St Mirren, and then the following season spent time at Morecambe.
The Northern Irish midfielder, who moved to Rugby Park from Blackburn in summer 2021, signed a second contract in April 2024 and was appointed Kilmarnock captain last season.
In August 2023, Lyons received his first call-up to the Northern Ireland senior national team by head coach and former Don Michael O'Neill. He made his international debut on 17 October 2023 in a UEFA Euro 2024 qualifying match against Slovenia. Brad has eight caps to date, the last coming in an international friendly against Wales in March.
He arrives at Pittodrie having made close to 180 appearances in the Scottish Premiership.
Brad will join up with his new teammates when they return for pre-season training in mid-June.
Everyone at the Club wishes him the best as he embarks on the next stage of his career at Pittodrie.
