Who is Connor Barron? Aberdeen rising star catches the eye with man of the match debut display

There hasn't been too much for Aberdeen fans to cheer in what has been an inconsistent season following a summer of change.

The Dons moved on from Derek McInnes as they look to move to a more progressive style of play but Stephen Glass lasted less than 12 months and the hunt is on for a new manager.

Interim boss Barry Robson could only manage a draw with relegation-threatened St Johnstone but there was one real note of positivity at Pittodrie.

Young midfielder Connor Barron was given his Premiership debut and first start for the club, and the 19-year-old put in a man of the match display.

Fans of any side love to see one of their own make the jump to the first team, and there's understandable excitement following the youngster's showing.

Many supporters won't be too familiar with Barron though, so Record Sport is here to give the lowdown on the Scotland youth international.

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A graduate of the Aberdeen youth system, Barron was previously captain of the Under-18 and Under-20 sides.

The 19-year-old has been capped by Scotland at Under-16 and Under-17 level and committed his future to the club in January.

Barron inked a deal to 2024 after being recalled from a loan spell at Kelty Hearts, making his