Tough decision facing Wright over Anderson replacement

One young St Johnstone defender is going to get a big chance as replacement for the injured Steven Anderson, with Liam Gordon, Ally Gilchrist and Jason Kerr all players Tommy Wright has faith in.

“All three of them will be capable of coping with the occasion so it’s going to be a tough decision,” said the Perth boss.

“Whichever one plays, the other two will be disappointed because they have all done well and are more than capable.

“We have thrown in young players before in these games, Stevie May made his mark against Rosenborg, while Chris Kane, Scott Brown and Liam Caddis all played their part in the past.

“I think it gets overlooked that we have been bringing young players through, add Zander Clark into that and Craig Thomson and there are a few who have come through the ranks here.“

Brian Easton came through 65 minutes of Saints’ last closed-doors friendly, so should be fit to play. Wright will make a decision on trialist left-back Scott Tanser before Thursday’s game.

Jason Kerr.