Aidan Forker has confirmed his decision to retire from inter-county football, marking the end of a significant chapter for the Derry-based player.
The Maghery defender previously captained Armagh when they secured the Sam Maguire Cup last year with a 1-11 to 0-13 victory over Galway at Croke Park.
His final provincial appearance came in May during an extra-time match against Monaghan, where he entered as a substitute to help secure Derry's first provincial crown in eighteen years.
Forker's announcement comes after the team celebrated their second consecutive All-Ireland title under his leadership.
The Orchard County will now look to new leadership for the upcoming season following the Maghery man's departure from the senior squad.
No further details regarding his future plans or specific reasons for retiring were provided in the initial report.
The club has not yet commented on the succession process or any immediate impact on the squad dynamics.
Forker remains associated with Armagh as a former player and will be remembered for his role in recent championship successes.
His retirement concludes a period where he guided the team to back-to-back provincial honours.
The Maghery defender's career highlights include leading Derry to victory against Galway in 2024 and contributing to the Ulster title win in May of this year.