Jimmy Thelin remains steadfast in his belief that he can help Aberdeen overcome their dire start to the season and save his job.

The Swede is under heavy pressure ahead of Saturday’s trip to Motherwell as his side languish bottom of the William Hill Premiership with just one point and no goals from their opening five matches.

Although Thelin led the Dons to Scottish Cup glory in May, the fact he has overseen just five league wins since last November, while also exiting the Premier Sports Cup and Europa League this season, has led to speculation that his days in charge are numbered.

The embattled manager, however, is confident he still has the backing of chairman Dave Cormack.

“In football, in life, it’s not always easy, and it’s more how you react to this and what you do about things,”

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