Murray keen to get 'job done' & secure survival against County
Simon Murray says he has "loved" being back at Dundee this season, but appreciates the magnitude of their last two league matches.The Dens Park side are two points above Ross County in the relegation play-off spot and five above bottom club St Johnstone, who they face on the final day.A win over Ross County on Wednesday would guarantee their top-flight status for another season and Murray - who has 22 goals in all competitions - is determined to finish on a high."Obviously it's not ideal where we are in the league, but I've absolutely loved it," Murray said."Obviously coming back, we all want to be as high up as the table as we can, but sometimes football's not like that for one thing or another."The most important thing is that you don't give up. You just keep fighting until the end."Obviously the stability for us is making sure we're in the top flight consistently. Obviously last season was great, but on a personal level, I love being back home. I feel like I've had a good season."But the job's not done. I'm just looking forward to making sure the job is done and enjoying a little break."
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