ST MIRREN have completed the signing of Ryan Strain.
The right-back, 25, has joined on a two-year deal following his departure from Maccabi Haifa.
The ex-Aston Villa youth player has penned a deal to stay at the Buddies until 2024.
Strain has St Mirren in his blood with his grandfather playing for the club between 1958-1960.
And he admitted that his grandfather’s history with Saints was a big factor in him joining the club.
Speaking to stmirren.com, Ryan said: "My grandad told me a lot of stories and I was very proud of him.
"I was reading a lot of stuff in the stadium and looking at the pictures and just seeing what he did at St Mirren. It’s amazing and to represent that legacy means a lot to me.
"It means the world especially to my mum and her side of the family. They couldn’t believe it and I’m just buzzing to be here. As soon as I found out St Mirren was interested I was straight on the plane. I can’t wait to put the shirt on and show the fans what I can do.
"I’m a right-back/right wing-back who can also play in midfield. I’d say I’m attacking full-back who likes to get forward and get balls into the box.
"I learnt a lot in Israel last year even though it didn’t go as planned with injuries and I can’t wait to get started here and prove myself again."
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