Jim Goodwin remains absent from Dundee United while recovering at home

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Jim Goodwin remains absent from Dundee United while recovering at home
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Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has been released from hospital following a recent health scare. The 44-year-old was admitted to the hospital last Thursday, forcing him to miss the club's 4-0 Scottish Premiership win against Kilmarnock on Saturday. Assistant manager Lee Sharp oversaw the team at Rugby Park and will continue to lead the side for the upcoming match against Motherwell. According to Sharp, the manager is currently recovering at home while awaiting further instructions from medical staff regarding his return to duty. The club remains in constant communication with the manager during his absence. Meanwhile, the team is actively working on a loan deal to bring former Dundee midfielder Lyall Cameron to Tannadice from Rangers.

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  • Jim Goodwin missed the 4-0 win at Kilmarnock after being hospitalized last Thursday.
  • Lee Sharp will continue to lead the squad for the upcoming trip to Motherwell.
  • Medical staff have not yet provided a date for the manager's return to the role.
  • Dundee United is finalizing a loan move for midfielder Lyall Cameron from Rangers.
Latest Updates
  • 2:13 PMYahoo SportsGoodwin leaves hospital but still absent from United
  • 2:13 PMBBC SportBoss Goodwin leaves hospital but still absent from Dundee Utd role
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Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has been released from hospital after a health scare but it remains unclear when he will resume his duties.

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Dundee United manager Jim Goodwin has been released from hospital after a health scare but it remains unclear when he will resume his duties.

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