Mortherwell sign former Bohs and Cork City defender Dan Casey

Motherwell have signed former Bohemians and Cork defender Dan Casey following the Irishman's spell in the United States.

The 25-year-old was a free agent after leaving Sacramento Republic, who he helped reach the US Open Cup final by beating several MLS clubs.

The former youth international had been linked with a third spell at Bohemians, as he had been 12 months ago when Republic opted to exercise a second-year option on his deal.

After failing to make the breakthrough at Sunderland, Casey joined Bohs in the summer of 2017 before establishing himself as one of the best defenders in the league. He moved to Turners Cross for the 2019 season before returning to Dalymount Park a year later ahead of a move Stateside.

Motherwell manager Steven Hammell said Casey was a player on their radar for some time.

"Dan has been someone we have been tracking for a while," manager Steven Hammell said.

"He had a great season in America where MLS clubs were interested in securing his signature. We feel like we needed some cover in this area of the pitch with Shane (Blaney) picking up a knock in our most recent game.

"As I’ve said before, before I sign any player, they need to want to be here and that’s the case with Dan."