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29 July 2008
Craig getting closer
Dundee United boss Craig Levein is edging closer to his starting line-up for the SPL opener at Hamilton on Monday week (writes Graeme Finnan).
And, with his squad in good shape, the United gaffer could have a luxury of riches to choose from for the game at New Douglas Park, which will be screened live by Setanta.

Before that, the Tangerines face a trip to the south coast to face Plymouth, managed by former United boss Paul Sturrock, who yesterday revealed he has Parkinson’s Disease (see main sport story).

And Craig admits there is a good chance the team which runs out at Home Park is likely to be similar to the one which kicks-off the competitive season against newly-promoted Accies.

“I haven’t made any decisions about who will start at Plymouth, but the squad is in decent shape at the moment and that’s a good position to be in,” said Craig.

“But we are getting close to the start of the season and it’s now about the players forming good relationships on the park, so the game at Hamilton will definitely be in my thoughts when I’m picking the side for Saturday.”

Meanwhile, Pablo Carrascosa has returned to Spain, although the striker may return to Tannadice in the future.

In the meantime, United will seek to confirm the 21-year-old is indeed a free agent.