| The substitute’s late header was his first strike for the Dark Blues and, by his own admission, his early months at Dens Park have been tough ones.
In addition to hitting the target, his manager felt he showed signs of his true ability and is hopeful of more to come from Ferguson as the season progresses.
“We had a chat with Andy quite early on after we arrived here and told him what was required. Now he is showing why he got the move here in the summer and that’s encouraging,” said Alan.
“In terms of physical presence, he gives us something we are maybe lacking up front, so he can definitely make a contribution.”
Meanwhile, a friendly against North End tonight will give injury victims Garry Brady, Steven Robb, Gavin Swankie and Stephen McNally needed match practice.
In the case of Brady and Robb, both of whom appeared from the bench against Stranraer, this run out should leave them ready to challenge for starting places in the visit to Paisley to face First Division leaders St Mirren on Saturday.
“They are that bit stronger because they were not out for so long, so, if everything goes OK, I should have the option of starting with them from the weekend,” added Alan.
Steven Craig and Iain Anderson were still not back in full training today. It will be later in the week before their chances of facing the Buddies are clear. |
