dave_min Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Aberdeen defender Considine out for rest of the season Aberdeen defender Andrew Considine is out for the rest of the season after being told he requires hip surgery. The 22-year-old has been hindered for much of the campaign due to a displaced joint problem and is now resigned to a corrective operation next week. Recuperation will take more than four months, with Dons manager Mark McGhee admitting the centre back’s season is finished. McGhee said: “It is something that has been grumbling for quite some time, but it has flared up and it has got to the point when he just could not play through it anymore. He has soldiered on but I do not think he has been able to be as effective as he would have liked. “It needs surgery, so he will have it done and then get himself fit again for next season. He is a big, strong lad, who is extremely fit, so that should help speed his recovery. But it will not be in time to get back this season. “It is a shame for him and a blow for us. Andrew has been very consistent this season and with Zander Diamond on the way back it would have been nice to have competition for places in defence – especially with him being left-sided. “Unfortunately it is not to be but it could have been worse if Diamond was not on the way back.†Considine has been one of the few constants in a revolving-door Dons defence this term due to a succession of injuries and suspensions. The Scotland under-21 international’s prolonged absence will not tempt McGhee to hasten Diamond’s rehabilitation, however, following eight months of injury problems for the defender. Diamond, who has played just 80 minutes this season, has resumed full training but, at best, is likely to be handed a place on the bench for Saturday’s visit of Kilmarnock. McGhee added: “There is no point is rushing Zander. He is happy with his progress and we will keep an eye of him.†Dons attacker Sone Aluko also faces another three weeks on the sidelines follow-ing abdominal surgery. The 20-year-old Nigerian international has been out of action since the beginning of December and he has been limited to just five SPL starts this term. McGhee is hoping to have the former Birmingham forward available for the run-in and said: “We have pencilled in a return for Sone in the testimonial game at Buckie on February 14 and he is on track.†McGhee is still hopeful of adding to his squad this transfer window but admits he is playing a waiting game as targets such as Falkirk’s Darren Barr and Swansea’s Stephen Dobbie assess their options. Read more: http://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/Article.aspx/1569977?UserKey=#ixzz0dEaLbwXx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizer Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 We need to get another defender in now then, no fannying about just get it done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slim Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Yep, Considine out for the season, Diamond has only played 80 minutes this season, puts an end to the 'we don't need another central defender' calls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stewart Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Although Ifil and Mulgrew have looked alright together in the centre, we really do need to bring in someone else quickly. The radio said yesterday or the day before that Diamond might be on the bench on Saturday, and that will surely be guaranteed now. We need someone in quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jute Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Another defender must be a priority now along with a striker. Pity we have no cash. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsr Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 With Diamond on the verge of a return I wouldn't say we were that desperate as we have players that can cover that position for one or two games. Its been a while since a centre half came through the ranks so I guess there may be boys coming through. If we get another long term injury then its time to worry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigAl Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 With Diamond on the verge of a return I wouldn't say we were that desperate as we have players that can cover that position for one or two games. Its been a while since a centre half came through the ranks so I guess there may be boys coming through. If we get another long term injury then its time to worry. If someone comes in with an offer of two bob for Mulgrew then we're in the deep stuff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mizer Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Although Ifil and Mulgrew have looked alright together in the centre, we really do need to bring in someone else quickly. Mulgrew was wasted in that position and it helped he was playing against small strikers, wouldnt like to see him up against Kyle or Nade which he may well be in the next two games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
octavion Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 I met Craig moore last night in Kavala Greece , he is playing there to keep his fitness up for the world cup. Anyway he apparently isnt going to st johnstone or was it motherwell I canna mind now ? and his contract is up in April as the season ends earlier in Greece . i spearded at him about playing for Aberdeen and he smiled and just said you never know . He was saying he had heard Dingus had taken over. wonder how much he would be to play with us. By the way he was a top bloke and stood his hand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capitalsharpie Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Our squad is so thin just now,it really is quite frightening. On the other hand, it would be wrong to rush Zander back after such a long injury as in the end it wont get us anywhere. We need to sign another defender. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azteca1903 Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Makes you wonder why McGhee decided to punt Crawford on loan when he knew that Considine was carrying a niggling injury. Even if he's not a big fan of the kid it would have alleviated the problem in the short term. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ajja Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Why are we not rushing Diamond back ? Surely his injury that kept him out for so long was sorted a long time ago and he has been missing for the last 2 months due to a rather bad nose bleed ? Get the fucker back on the park, if need be ram a fucking lillet up his snout and get on with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CtS Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 if need be ram a fucking lillet up his snout and get on with it. It's either that or we might as well throw the towell in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverick sheep Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 I met Craig moore last night in Kavala Greece , he is playing there to keep his fitness up for the world cup. Anyway he apparently isnt going to st johnstone or was it motherwell I canna mind now ? and his contract is up in April as the season ends earlier in Greece . i spearded at him about playing for Aberdeen and he smiled and just said you never know . He was saying he had heard Dingus had taken over. wonder how much he would be to play with us. By the way he was a top bloke and stood his hand He's shite. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpie Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 It's either that or we might as well throw the towell in. I would pad him up as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverick sheep Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 I would pad him up as well. Well Mcghee does seem intent to wrap him up in cotton wool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpie Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 we need to something to stem the flow of these puns. I know, it seems to be a cycle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest rocket debris Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 He's shite. He's bleeding useless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverick sheep Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 typical men, straight to puns. AAAAAAAARGHHHHHH You're so fucking insensitive! I'm going through a heavy period in my life and would appreciate a little understanding. He's bleeding useless. He's a bloody cunt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilbobaggins Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Even if everything is okay with his body, form will be difficult to recapture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharpie Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Even if everything is okay with his body, form will be difficult to recapture. But with all these injuries to other players if Diamond is fit in body, form for you must be a future consideration? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madbadteacher Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 It's the right time of the month to bring him back surely, no doubt he's kept fit on his cycle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kowalski Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 O/T but I was at school with someone called Tam Paxton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CtS Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 Central defence is a worry, but what about the wings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manc_don Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 Central defence is a worry, but what about the wings? I think we need to consider a position in every department of the team (by that I mean, defence, midfield, the wings and attack). There is not one of those that does not need addressing. And the problem is, I don't think one is less of a priority than the other right now, well possibly central midfield but still. Its just difficult to see where we would a) get the recruits from and b) be able to afford them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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