Pressley discusses transfer plans and Hay injury ahead of Aberdeen clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 1:36 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Dundee head coach Steven Pressley addressed the media before the League Cup last-16 tie against Aberdeen on August 13, 2026. He expressed that the recent 2-0 victory over Aberdeen in the Premiership would not guarantee success, citing the Dons as a 'wounded' opponent. Pressley confirmed the club's intent to sign at least one centre-back and noted that striker Ashley Hay will be out for six weeks due to a knee injury. He acknowledged the shifting perceptions around his management since last year and emphasized the importance of having time for success.
- •Dundee faces Aberdeen in the League Cup on August 13, 2026.
- •Dundee won 2-0 against Aberdeen in their last meeting.
- •Ashley Hay is out for six weeks due to a knee injury.
- •Pressley is pursuing signings, particularly at centre-back.
- •He reflects on changing fan perceptions since his appointment.
- 1:36 PMYahoo Sports — Pressley on pursuing centre-backs, Hay injury and being 'flavour of month'
"Dundee head coach Steven Pressley has been speaking to the media ahead of their League Cup last-16 tie at Aberdeen. After comfortably beating Aberdeen 2-0 in the Premiership at Dens Park last weekend, he is expecting a difficult challenge against a "wounded" Dons side. Twelve months ago a lot of Dundee fans were upset at his appointment.
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