Former Steelmen favourite Keith Lasley takes on new role at St Mirren FC

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St Mirren FC has confirmed that Keith Lasley will join the club as chief operating officer in mid-May.He signs on with the Buddies ahead of the 2022/23 season in the newly-created role following the retirement of chief executive Officer Tony Fitzpatrick last month.He will be responsible for managing all club operations as well as assisting the board in setting the overall vision and strategy moving forward.A well-known face in Scottish football, Keith enjoyed a distinguished playing career in which he made almost 500 appearances for Motherwell as well as having spells in England with Plymouth Argyle and Blackpool. Don't miss the latest headlines from around Renfrewshire.

Sign up to our newsletters here. Before joining Motherwell as a 19-year-old, Keith had played for Paisley side Gleniffer Thistle.After retiring as a player in 2017, Keith took on the role of assistant manager at the Steelmen and is currently undertaking a Masters degree in Sports Directorship.He said: “I have always been ambitious and driven throughout my football career.“To prepare for the next phase of my leadership career in football I am currently undertaking a Masters of Sport Directorship at Manchester Metropolitan University.“St Mirren, my hometown team, have provided me with an incredible opportunity to realise my ambitions in the role of chief operating officer.“My on-the-job experience at Motherwell and academic learning have provided me with the skills to be a success in this role and be part of the leadership that will drive St Mirren forward