| The influential skipper has gone through the points threshold and will have to sit on the sidelines while his team-mates battle for more points in their push towards safety.
It’s a severe blow to Jim Duffy, especially as it comes in the wake of the injury to Lee Wilkie, and it leaves the Dens gaffer having to find replacements for two of his generals.
“It would be a big blow to have one, never mind two, missing,” said Jim.
“It’s certainly not ideal, especially the injury to Lee, because the defence is a department that has looked very strong in recent weeks. But we’ve got to accept it and get on with it.”
Jim took in Caley’s victory over Motherwell on Tuesday and is anticipating a tough encounter as the Highlanders push for a top-six finish.
“They’ve had two great 1-0 wins in their last two games against Motherwell and Killie, and recently went to Ibrox and picked up a point, so that shows they are a good side,” added Jim.
“Craig Brewster rested himself against Motherwell, but I would expect he’ll play on Saturday.
“It’ll definitely be a very difficult match for us and a real test of our character.”
The manager was set to check on the fitness of Stevie Lovell, Tam McManus, Garry Brady and Neil Barrett, who are all carrying knocks. |
