The 32-year-old defender has teamed up with fellow director Matthew Wilson to create Logan Wilson Plumbing & Heating.  They’ll be joined by Stuart Wilson who takes on the role of contracts manager.

The move sees Shay put down roots in the city as he looks at life and a career beyond football.

He told Aberdeen Business News:  “I love it here in Aberdeen.  We’ve just bought a new house, my wife is from here, and this is where I want to stay.

“While I earn a good living playing professional football I also know that when football comes to an end and it’s time to hang up my boots setting up this business will allow for hopefully a smooth transition from football into a new career.

“It was about me thinking of life beyond football. It’s important and something I needed to do. The time felt right.

“The new business is exciting and we are looking forward to getting going with it.  We want to achieve a reputation for providing quality workmanship. This isn’t just a gimmick.”

The company will carry out maintenance, installation and refurbishment works across the North-east with its office based in Dyce.