During GUS MacPHERSON's playing days he worked for  six top managers in 18 seasons as a professional.

And every one has had a different side to his character - some mad, some bad. Here, Gus gives his verdict on his gaffers:

GRAEME SOUNESS: Gave me my first contract at 16. To take over a big club like Rangers at 33 was unbelievable. His attention to detail and professionalism were incredible. He didn't stand for any nonsense and though I never received a blast, I was close by when team- mates were getting it from all angles - I felt sorry for them.

JIM FLEETING: Signed me for Killie and was a really nice guy. I felt sorry that it never worked out the way he wanted. Still, the success they have had in the past 10 years stems from him and his brother Bobby, who owned the club. I'll always be indebted to Jim for giving me first- team football.

TOMMY BURNS: The guy I enjoyed working for most. A superb motivator and man-manager. We didn't play pretty football in 1993-94 but stayed up on the last day after getting a draw at Easter Road that gave me the most satisfaction in my career. A typical red-head - we argued all the time.

ALEX TOTTEN: Put more emphasis on attacking flair. He rarely lost his temper and trusted the players a lot on a Saturday.

BOBBY WILLIAMSON: Took over young and made a quick impression by winning the Scottish Cup. Gave youngsters a chance and moulded a solid defensive unit. He had the respect of the dressing- room and worked wonders in five years as Killie boss.

JIMMY CALDERWOOD: You always knew where you stood with him. He  brought the Dutch mentality to Dunfermline in terms of passing and movement and was more concerned with the attacking side of our game. His training methods opened my eyes. A likeable, infectious personality.