Jim Goodwin Discusses Rangers Draw, Player Contracts, and Ross Graham’s Return Ahead of St Mirren Match

Jim Goodwin addressed the media in anticipation of Dundee United’s upcoming Premiership fixture against St Mirren this weekend. The following are the principal statements from the United manager. Commenting on the 1-1 draw against Rangers from the previous weekend, Goodwin stated: “As far as we’re concerned it’s just another point on the board.” Goodwin expressed satisfaction with his team’s offensive capabilities, remarking: “We’re very lucky that we’ve got three really good strikers in Louis Moult, Jort van der Sande and Sam Dalby.” He additionally commended goalkeeper Jack Walton and noted that “defensively we’ve been solid”. Regarding several players whose contracts are set to expire next summer, Goodwin indicated: “It’s too early at this stage for us to be talking about contracts with players.” Dundee United has experienced “really unfortunate” circumstances concerning injuries; however, the return of Ross Graham is deemed “really important,” and the defender, who has been sidelined since early October, might be included in Saturday’s matchday squad. Goodwin lauded Stephen Robinson for the turnaround in results at St Mirren, a team that has secured 10 points from a possible 12 recently, and commented: “If you put a good run together, you can catapult yourself up the league.” Notwithstanding the draw with Rangers, the message from the Irishman to his players emphasized: “It can all change very quickly if you drop standards and if you take your eye off the ball.” Goodwin anticipates a “really difficult game” upon his return to Paisley, a location he described as his “most enjoyable time as a player.”