| The 19-year-old took a knock late in Saturday’s defeat against Gretna and, while boss Alex Rae played down the injury, it was sufficiently worrying for him to be sent for an X-ray. Even as late as yesterday, Dixon was hobbling around Dens Park on crutches.
Today, however, a relieved gaffer revealed his highly-prized asset’s absence might only be measured in days.
“He’s had the X-ray results and I am pleased to say there is no break. I can’t say for sure yet, but I am hopeful that he will be fit for the weekend.
“That will be a bonus because, as well as having to work with a small squad, Paul has been doing very well for us and he’s one we want in the team on a Saturday.”
Often reluctant to contribute to the hype surrounding the crop of young talent in the Dark Blues ranks, Alex did add that Dixon is one player of whom he has high expectations.
“He is one who has all the attributes and, when you look around, you see there are not too many quality left-backs about right now,” he added.
“One big strength he’s shown this season has been his consistency, and it is easy to forget he is still a very young player. He is definitely one who can go all the way.”
While Dixon was not training today, fellow-kid Kevin McDonald was out running despite still feeling his broken nose — hopes are also high that he will be able to play at Livi.
And Derek Lyle, out for four games through suspension and then a calf problem, took a step in the right direction when he increased his workload today. |
