McLeish discusses Phillips interest ahead of St Johnstone matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:55 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
St Mirren manager Craig McLeish held a media session as his team prepared for a visit from St Johnstone on Saturday. McLeish reflected on a previous victory over Falkirk, calling it a strong start that built confidence. Although he admires St Johnstone's style of play, he acknowledged their potential to pose challenges. He mentioned Killian Phillips, who scored both goals in the last match, may attract interest from other clubs, noting he is at a pivotal career moment. McLeish emphasized the need for the squad to develop players for future opportunities while confirming no new signings are imminent ahead of the game.
- •St Mirren prepares to host St Johnstone on Saturday
- •McLeish calls last weekend's win a good start
- •Phillips scored both goals against Falkirk
- •McLeish comments on Phillips possibly attracting interest
- •No new player arrivals expected before the match
- 9:55 AMYahoo Sports — McLeish on Phillips interest, 'exciting' St Johnstone & transfer model
"St Mirren manager Craig McLeish has been speaking to the media as his side prepare for Saturday's visit of St Johnstone. On last weekend's victory over Falkirk, McLeish says it was "a really good start", adding it's helped "build confidence and momentum". McLeish admits he "likes watching" St Johnstone and "how they try and play their front four" but knows they "can cause a lot of problems".
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