Former Waterford winger Connor Parsons joins Bohemians
Bohemians have signed former Waterford winger Connor Parsons ahead of the start of the new League of Ireland season.
The 24-year-old joins from Dagenham and Redbridge, subject to international clearance.
Bohs say the player has signed a "multi-year" contract, despite having joined Dagenham from the Blues just two months ago.
The English club have said they agreed to a transfer for an undisclosed fee due to personal reasons for the player.
Parsons is the fifth new arrival of the closed season so far at Dalymount Park, following the permanent signings of Colm Whelan, Niall Morahan and John Mountney, and loan signing of Kian Best.
Bohs boss Alan Reynolds said: "Connor is a really talented winger with electric pace, who will bring great energy to our side and excite our supporters.
"He is a player I've wanted to bring to the club for some time. We tried to get him at the end of last season so I’m delighted that we’ve been able to get him now.
"He is someone I have worked with before at Waterford so I know the qualities he will bring.
"He is a really quick and direct wide player. He knows the league well now, and he is going to be a brilliant addition to our squad."
Parsons is thrilled to be back in Ireland with his competitive debut like to come at the Aviva Stadium on Sunday week: "I am absolutely buzzing. Bohemians is a massive club. I know from the two years I’ve had here with Waterford how incredible the fans here and the backing they give the players here at Dalymount and on the road as well, so I can’t wait to get started.
"This move feels so right for me, and I’m delighted that everything worked out in the end and that I’ve been able to sign.
"I have a great relationship with 'Rennie' from our time together at Waterford. He is