Nick Devlin officially joins Aberdeen

Nicky Devlin is now officially an Aberdeen player on a two year contract.

The 29-year-old defender becomes Barry Robson's first summer signing.

The Scottish right-back had a number of other offers so Robson was delighted with his first capture of the summer as he reshapes his squad ahead of the 2023/24 campaign.

“Nicky is a proven leader and is exactly the type of character I want within my squad here,” said the Dons boss.

“He is an experienced professional who has been captain at two previous Clubs, he knows the league well and is equipped for the demands we are going to face next season.”

Devlin explains why he chose to become a Don

Nicky is eagerly anticipating the new challenge that awaits him at Pittodrie next season.

He said: “It’s great to be an Aberdeen player and I am really looking forward to the season ahead.

“Aberdeen really impressed me when the conversations first started about a potential move. The way the manager wants to take the Club forward and the personal touches from all the staff contributed to my decision. Aberdeen was definitely the best fit for me.

“The opportunity to play in Europe was clearly an added attraction.

“I’ve had to work hard in my career to get where I am and so I want to do my very best at Aberdeen and grasp the fantastic opportunity I’ve been given.”

It comes weeks after a leaked photo showed the then-Livingston captain appearing to sign a deal with the reds.

And here are the 1st words spoken by Devlin after he officially arrived at Pittodrie....