Colin Paterson

The Buddies gaffer and head of recruitment Martin Foyle have irons in the fire as they attempt to beef up the squad.

Greg Kiltie is determined to end St Mirren's barren run against Kilmarnock on Thursday – and beat his former club for the first time.

The 27-year-old attacker hasn't been on the winning side when the teams have met since leaving East Ayrshire in 2021.

The Buddies produced a poor performance at Rugby Park as they endured a new year to forget.

Stephen Robinson last night told his Buddies to get back to basics after a dismal start to 2025 in Kilmarnock.

The 24-year-old was a firm favourite with the black-and-white army during his spell with the club last season.

The Paisley outfit will face the reigning champions following back-to-back defeats at the hands of Dundee and Kilmarnock.

The Buddies gaffer is keeping a keen eye over his shoulder following the festive frenzy of top-flight tussles.

Stephen Robinson last night admitted the cut-throat nature of the Premiership means St Mirren's focus has to be safety first.

The Buddies defender knows the next four games are key to shaping the second half of the season.