Former St Mirren forward Rory Loy believes there is no need for panic amid the club's managerial hunt, insisting the Buddies are in "good hands" with Craig McLeish.
The 35-year-old stepped up from his academy role to take the interim reins following Stephen Robinson's move to Aberdeen two weeks ago and has overseen a defeat by Rangers and win at Falkirk.
Reports suggest St Mirren are poised to keep McLeish in charge for the remainder of the season after talks with former Wales midfielder Carl Robinson.
Speaking on the BBC’s Scottish football podcast, Loy said: “The mood around Paisley will have been better than it was this time last week, that’s for sure, after a quite remarkable 2-1 win, especially after going 1-0 down at Falkirk away.
"I don't think anyone saw the result coming, so I don't think there's a need for immediate panic. They seem to be in good hands.
"Whether they decide to give McLeish the job until the end of the season to see how he goes – there's rumours of Tony Docherty coming in as assistant – or whether they're going to appoint somebody, I'm not quite sure, but they can't afford to coast.
"You look at Aberdeen, who sank like a stone when they just tried to coast towards the end of the season.
"I don't think there's too much stress from St Mirren fans but if they are going to appoint a new manager, ideally you want it done as soon as possible so he's got a full week next week to work with the players and get his message across.
"But it wouldn't surprise me at all to see McLeish in the dugout against Aberdeen, which will be a monumental game in terms of the relegation battle."
