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matches would see the suspension kick in next season, meaning he would be free to play out this campaign.

Dundee face four games to save their Premiership skins.

Though they remain five points adrift at the foot of the table, McGhee insists the squad must keep their heads up.

“We have to remain positive,” the Dens boss said.

“The three matches we have just played, there has been a slight upward curve and we have to keep that going.

“I still believe we are heading for a win.

“So, if we can win this weekend and St Mirren win at St Johnstone, things might look a bit different come Saturday night.

“My job this week, between now and the game, is to make sure the players are still as optimistic as I am that we can still turn it around.”

McGhee revealed striker Danny Mullen had picked up a knock in

Saturday’s draw with Saints but has returned to training.

Winger Paul McMullan, meanwhile, was substituted in the second half after receiving treatment in the first half.

But there is no injury worry there.

“Danny had a bit of a niggle after the St Johnstone game but he’s training and everyone else who was fit is still fit,” McGhee added.

“Paul McMullan came off for tactical reasons.”

leaving him one yellow card away from a two-match suspension.