Dundee head coach Steven Pressley faced the media on Friday, offering a mix of concern and optimism as his team prepares for a crucial Saturday showdown against already-relegated Livingston.

The biggest blow? Goalkeeper Jon McCracken is out for the season. Pressley confirmed the shot-stopper suffered a ligament injury in his ankle, calling it a "massive blow" for the squad. However, there's a silver lining: no surgery is required. "The positive news is that he doesn't need any surgery, but the disappointing news is he is going to be out for four to six weeks," Pressley explained. With McCracken sidelined, the club is placing its full faith in backup keeper Kieran O'Hara.

On the pitch, Saturday's match carries high stakes. A win would secure Dundee's Premiership status with two games to spare, an opportunity Pressley insists "we don't want to give up." But he warns that the challenge has become "harder" now that Livingston has been relegated. Without the pressure of survival, the visitors can play freely, making them a dangerous opponent.

Off the field, Pressley addressed lingering questions about his appointment last summer. When asked if he has won over the doubters, he replied simply, "I don't know." Reflecting on the season, he described it as "exceptionally challenging on many fronts," but found satisfaction in the growth of his young squad. "On a personal level, I see a lot of growth in myself as a human being, and that is important to me," he added.

Finally, there's encouraging news on the contract front. Pressley revealed that the club is "getting very close on a couple of players" and hopes to share some "positive news" in the coming week. For Dundee fans, it's a sign that brighter days may be ahead—both on and off the pitch.