If you are going down line of an experienced manager, Alec Neil and Stephen Robinson have better reputations for giving youngsters a chance. A big chunk of Aberdeen fans don't rate McIness, which is no different from the Hearts or Utd fans opinion of Neilson despite his success, so I wouldn't be quick to dismiss their views seen as they've had to watch his teams the past 7 seasons or so. For what it's worth, I don't have a problem promoting from within, just too big a gamble at this juncture with a squad that at present will be up against it again next season.