Alex Neil has provided an update on the defensive issues we've had recently in terms of injuries, forcing him to play Luke O'Nien at centre back last Saturday at Morecambe.
NEGATING POTENTIAL ISSUES
“It was a particular type of job today for Luke. I’m sure some people will be thinking, ‘Why are we playing a midfield player at left-sided centre-back?’ But if you look at the lad Connolly, his biggest attribute is pace. He wants to get in behind and he sucks people under the ball, then uses his pace in behind."
MISSING PLAYERS
"Luke, for what we’ve got left, has the best tools to deal with that. We’ve come into the game today with a lot of players missing. Unfortunately, we’ve got a lot of players unavailable for a variety of reasons.
JOB DONE
"But we’ve managed to put a team together that’s got the job done. Credit to the lads. I’m pleased with Luke for coming in and doing that role."
CIRKIN HAS A CHANCE
“I would hope Dennis would be available, although I can’t really commit to anything at this stage. I don’t know what the answer is just now, but let’s just say that he’s got a chance. It’s not one where we’re looking and saying, ‘He’s definitely out’. He’s certainly got a chance."
DOYLE
“Callum was injured. I hope it’s not too serious. I don’t think it is because while I wouldn’t say we had a fitness test [on Friday], he went out to try it and try to train. Unfortunately, he couldn’t make it."
