Dundee captain Simon Murray is sending a clear message to critics: he's far from finished. The 34-year-old striker has faced questions about his form this season, but he's determined to prove he still has plenty left in the tank.

After a standout spell at Ross County and an impressive 22-goal debut campaign at Dens Park, Murray has managed just nine goals this term. But there's more to the story than the numbers suggest. A frustrating injury at the start of the season set him back significantly, forcing him to play catch-up for months.

"Coming off the back of two or three really good seasons in terms of goals, the injury at the start took me four or five months to get properly back to my best fitness wise," Murray explained. "It's been a season where I've learned a lot about myself and football under the gaffer. I'm looking forward to ending as strong as possible and having a good pre-season under my belt."

Despite the dip in scoring, Murray remains confident in his contributions. "I'm still throwing up good running stats and everything else. As much as it's been difficult, I've enjoyed it too. I'm looking forward to ending the season strongly and going again."

The veteran forward also pushed back against the narrative that age is catching up with him. "We have a habit in Scotland of writing players off during a bad spell. People say 'Oh, you're 34'—it's not like I'm an old man. I look after myself well and I still have a lot to offer."

This weekend presents a golden opportunity for Murray and Dundee to silence doubters. A home win against already-relegated Livingston would secure their Premiership status—a fitting stage for a captain determined to prove his worth.

"I know fans only see the 90 minutes of football each week," Murray added, also showing support for his younger teammates. "But these guys had probably never even cooked meals for themselves before leaving home to come to Scotland. It's demanding. We've managed to keep that real togetherness, and that's what matters."

For a player who has consistently delivered over the years, this season's struggles may just be a chapter, not the end of the story. Murray is ready to write a strong finish—and then start fresh next season.