Aberdeen players given stark warning as manager Jim Goodwin reveals 'tension and frustration'

“I picked the starting eleven who are all under contract for next season and of the nine subs six have already been told they’re not getting an offer or are surplus to requirements.

“With that there is always a bit of tension and frustration within the group. But I try to be honest with people and tell them how it is and try to give them time to get sorted.

“So we went with a starting eleven that had something to play for. I said to them before the game they’re playing for their jerseys next year. I said: ‘Go and show me you want to be here and be a part of it’.

“Because, if we need to move others on then that’s what we’ll do.”

The outcome ensured the team cannot be dragged into the play-off spot but Goodwin is more aspirational.

“We were in control of the majority of the first 45 minutes, we were the better team. We pressed Hibs high up the pitch and denied them any real space. Second half I didn’t think we reached those levels.”

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