St Johnstone manager Callum Davidson says skipper Liam Gordon will require patience to work his way back into the starting line-up.
The Perth captain was injured with shin splints early in the campaign but, since returning, has been kept out the team by a well-performing central three of Ryan McGowan, Alex Mitchell and Andy Considine.
Gordon is desperate to get back on the field of play and earned praise from Davidson for his positive attitude and desire to impress.
