Aberdeen Manager Thelin Discusses Injuries, January Transfers, and Home Form

Ahead of Aberdeen’s upcoming home match against Hibs this weekend, manager Jimmy Thelin addressed the media, outlining key updates. Regarding player injuries, Jack Milne and Vicente Besuijen are expected to be out for several months. Thelin conveyed to them that “they always have my trust” and that their absence from play will not lead him to “forget their place or what they do.” In more positive injury news, Jack MacKenzie and James McGarry are anticipated to be fit and ready for selection for the weekend’s fixture. Discussing the forthcoming January transfer window, Thelin emphasized the necessity for the Dons to balance both long-term squad development and immediate team requirements during next month’s recruitment efforts. Commenting on the appointment of Nuno de Almeida as head of recruitment, Thelin stated that “he knows what he’s searching for” and affirmed his “full trust” in his new colleague. The Aberdeen manager recognized the significance of securing victories at Pittodrie, asserting that his squad must deliver a performance deserving of a win to break their current five-game winless streak. The Swede conceded his dissatisfaction with the team’s display in their recent 1-1 draw against St Johnstone, but noted that training sessions have since focused on addressing the areas he seeks to enhance. Addressing the upcoming match against Hibs, Thelin remarked that their opponents are currently in “a good place,” indicating that a strong performance will be essential for Aberdeen to secure three points.