Andrew acknowledged that, as in other professions, stress can play a part in the professional rugby player’s life, but says help is available.

“It can be a stressful job sometimes, like most people’s jobs – we have people to talk to, the support is there I feel, but it’s all individual,” he said.

Ulster forwards coach Jimmy Duffy has only recently joined Richie Murphy’s backroom team but says he was already aware that Moore was held in high regard in the dressing room.

“I’ve just come in the door, but he’s been brilliant for this club and he has left a legacy behind him. The lads speak really fondly of him, he was in speaking with them during the week,” explained Duffy.

“He’s left a good legacy in terms of what the standard of a tighthead for an Ulsterman should be.

“Disappointed, but that’s life, whatever is best for him and his family is crucial.”