| Former Dundee player and ex-Arsenal and England internationalist Graham Rix has been in charge of training at Dens Park this week — with the full blessing of team boss Jim Duffy.
Rix, who spent a season with the Dark Blues in the 1990s under Simon Stainrod, is brushing up on his coaching badge work.
And Duffy believes this move will bring a freshness to his squad.
“Graham is someone I trust and know well, and I think he can bring a fresh approach to our training,” said the manager.
“I think it is a good thing for the players to hear a different voice for a few days and, perhaps, be given a slight change to the routine.
“It suits me, too, although taking training is a job I love doing, I appreciate the chance to recharge my batteries.”
“Bonding”
At Tannadice, manager Ian McCall gave the players a couple of days off, and also took his staff out to lunch.
“Going out to lunch together was a bit of a bonding exercise,” said Ian.
“I think it worked well. However, we are back in full training for the trip to Partick Thistle a week tomorrow.
“Scott Paterson, Jim Paterson and Tony Bullock have all stepped up their training in the last few days — and that is very good news for us.
“Barry Robson picked up a knock and hasn’t trained this week so far, but we are not unduly concerned about that.
“I expect Barry to be available for Firhill.”
United’s U/19s were in action later today against Livingston at Glenesk Park. |
