Brian Caldwell joining Shrewsbury as CEO
Chief executive officer Brian Caldwell has been confirmed as joining Shrewsbury Town - by Scottish club St Mirren.
They released a statement today thanking Caldwell for over eight years' service - and confirming his departure to the Greenhous Meadow.
He's due to start work on Monday as chief executive with Town, succeeding Matt Williams.
Town still haven't officially said anything about Caldwell, despite manager Micky Mellon being quoted on him and reports on the move north and south of the border.
The statement read: "After over eight years service to St Mirren, CEO Brian Caldwell will clock out for the last time this evening as he gets set for a new challenge with English League One side Shrewsbury Town.
"Brian leaves the Paisley 2021 Stadium having undoubtedly made his mark on the club.
"He heads south next week for a new challenge with Shrewsbury Town which starts with a FA Cup tie against Manchester United, so no pressure then!
"Since 2007, Brian has been the overseer to many St Mirren projects, minor and major, such as the move from Love Street to Greenhill Road.
"The setting up of the training ground and academy in Ralston, the installation of the airdome at the stadium.
"Most recently, the renaming of the stadium to the Paisley 2021 Stadium showing support of Paisley's bid for UK City of Culture 2021."
The statement continued: "All at St Mirren thank Brian for all his work at the club and to wish him all the best in his new venture."
Caldwell said: "I would like to thank everyone connected to the club for the support and assistance I have received during my eight and a half years with St Mirren.
"I have met so many good people and will be sad to leave the club. The League Cup win on 17 March 2013 will always be a special highlight in my time at the club and one I will always remember.
"Hopefully, I am leaving the club in a better place off the park than it was when I arrived in 2007."