St Mirren Seek New Boss to Galvanise Squad as Caretaker McLeish Signals Readiness

Overview

• Chief executive Keith Lasley says the shortlist spans applicants and targeted approaches, with an appointment intended as soon as practical.
• Caretaker Craig McLeish, recently elevated from the academy, says he is comfortable taking the job now and expects clarity by mid next week.
• McLeish is working with Allan McManus and Jamie Langfield on an interim basis as St Mirren travel to Falkirk on Saturday.
• St Mirren are 10th on goal difference and nine points above bottom club Livingston, leaving the relegation play-off a live threat.
• The Premiership’s lowest scorers are focusing on greater final-third threat after a 1-0 home defeat by Rangers in the trio’s first match.