"Ivan is part of our plans here and the spectre of him hanging over the rest of the lads, waiting for his chance, is there.
"He's a massive influence here. He trained with some of the younger lads this week, helping them and they can't believe that they've got a player of his stature helping them.
"He hasn't played the last couple of games, but he knows he's only an injury away from being involved again, it's just a case of waiting for his opportunity."