Lee Johnson has admitted Ewan Henderson has been one of the players he has been most frustrated with - but hailed the midfielder for finding his 'killer instinct' against St Mirren.
The former Celtic midfielder - brother of Hibs favourite Liam - has been challenged by his boss to show much more consistency and 'not accept mediocrity' due to his vast talent. The 22-year-old scored one and assisted another to take his overall season tally to four goals and three assists in all competitions.
The big Easter Road triumph moved the capital club back into third spot in the Premiership as they continue their challenge for European football next season. They face three big games before the World Cup shutdown starting with a big showdown with Aberdeen under the lights at Pittodrie before clashes with Ross County and Kilmarnock.
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Speaking about Henderson, Johnson said: “That’s probably the one I’ve been most frustrated with.
"He was probably one of the first picks on the team sheet in pre-season and then had an excellent first league game against St Johnstone.
“I am just looking for that killer instinct and he showed it. We have been demanding him to be a killer and he was.
“I think he could have been even more. There was a good opportunity in the first half, then there were a couple of through balls that a player of his quality I think should execute.
“Maybe I am being harsh, but that is where I see him. Sometimes, if a manager is not on you, not striving and not pushing you to be the best, then you are probably on your way out.
“Whereas he, I expect and demand a lot and I am not accepting mediocrity from a player of his talent.”
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