Just reflecting on yesterday's match, and I don't think we should underestimate the calming influence that Turnbull had on the rest of the defence.
I think on the evidence to date, he is better than Clarke. Less physical and heavy handed and more the kind of defender that snuffs out danger through his reading of the game and positioning. The way he dealt with Mandron when he was one v one with him on a couple of occasions was very impressive. He also seemed to settle the youngsters alongside him, particularly Jameson, whereas Clarke could be an intimidating presence at times.
Elsewhere on the pitch, I think we have some exciting young talent in this squad. I thought McAlear was exceptional yesterday, and gave a complete midfield performance, and as I have said previously the two wing backs could do for us this season what Wilson and Cadden did for FGR last year. There will be bumps in the road and setbacks with such a young group of players, but if the supporters show patience I think the future is bright.
As Nevitt returns to confidence, our striking options also suddenly look better. If Nevitt can weigh in with goals every four or five games, with Bongo a handful when he comes off the bench, and another loan striker still to arrive, we appear stronger in that area than we did a week ago.
