Kilmarnock re-sign Matty Kennedy on a three-year deal from Aberdeen
Kilmarnock re-sign Matty Kennedy to a three-year contract from Aberdeen – as the Scottish side pick up Hibernian’s Kyle Magennis and bring in Bournemouth goalkeeper Will Dennis on loan
- Kilmarnock made three signings on Wednesday as they bid to strengthen their side
Kilmarnock have completed a triple signing by bringing Matty Kennedy back to Rugby Park.
The Ayrshire club previously acquired Kyle Magennis from Hibernian and hired Bournemouth goalkeeper Will Dennis on a loan basis.
Kennedy began his career with Killie before moving to Everton as a teenager in 2012.
The 28-year-old is from Aberdeen on a three-year deal and will be reunited with former Dons boss Derek McInnes.
He told the club’s website: “This is my team. I like the club and it’s a place that always felt like home, so I’m happy to be back here. I’ve always wanted to come back sometime.’
Kilmarnock announced the signing of Matty Kennedy from Aberdeen on Wednesday
Magennis joined a two-year deal after being allowed to leave Hibernian. The 24-year-old midfielder made 49 appearances during a nearly three-year spell at Easter Road, which was badly hit by injuries.
“The manager has always been interested in me and he’s someone I wanted to work with, so the move has come into place in recent weeks,” Magennis said on his new club’s website.
“It’s a new start for me. I’ve had a few tough seasons with injuries, but I feel good and ready to go. I know that if I play I will be a great asset to the club.’
Dennis is a 22-year-old who has made one first-team appearance for the Cherries, in a 4-1 FA Cup win over Oldham in 2021, and has played on loan at Guernsey, Weymouth, Wealdstone and Slough Town.