Evening Telegraph (First Edition)
Experiencing after Dens exit
After signing, the striker said: “I’ve always had an affinity with the club and used to come and watch the games at both Pirelli Stadium and Eton Park when I was younger with my mates.
“I’ve pushed a number of times to get moves to the club and I’m delighted that this time I’ve been able to sort something and get it done.”
However, things haven’t gone well for the Brewers as they sit rock bottom of League One.
Former Chelsea and Holland star Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has since returned as manager, prompting the beginnings of a revival.
Top scorer Hemmings missed the most recent victory with injury but has been described as “an important player” by Hasselbaink.
He has netted eight times in 24 appearances this season, including seven in his last 13.
The former Rangers kid recently opened up on the anxiety and mental health problems he suffered throughout his career, including at Dens Park.
Dundee appearances: 27 (10 goals); 71 (38 goals) overall
Jamie Ness
l – Another that saw injury disrupt his time at Dens Park, Ness just could not get a string of games together without picking up a niggle.
The former Rangers and Stoke man’s ability in the middle of the park is unquestionable but couldn’t keep himself fit.
A fine strike to win a game against Morton was a memorable moment for the 29-year-old who remains without a club.
Dundee appearances: 13 (1 goal)
Graham Dorrans
l – The former Norwich and West Brom man hit the headlines earlier this month with a superb solo goal for Western Sydney Wanderers.
Beating two men and chipping the goalkeeper from distance, the strike no doubt left Dees wondering why Dorrans hadn’t done that at Dens.
Returning from a long-term injury, the midfielder showed his class from time to time in dark blue, though, including a derby goal at Tannadice.
This season Wanderers sit fourth in the A-League after eight games with Dorrans scoring in each of his last two outings.
He’s joined out there by another former Dee in Kenny Miller, who is the club’s assistant manager.
Also on the books is ex-Partick and Hamilton man Ziggy Gordon and former Hearts defender Dylan McGowan, brother of another ex-Dee, Ryan.
Dundee appearances: 27 (2 goals)