The timing is good from his point of view. He would be taking over a club pretty much at rock bottom in terms of expectation, with the sense that the only way is up.
Leaving a club hovering just three points above the relegation play-off spot offers a timely escape on a personal front, but he might feel uneasy with the idea that he is deserting a sinking ship.
In football, these opportunities appear and can disappear fast and the ideal time just never happens.
The chance to work with far greater resources will also no doubt appeal, although working within a different structure under Pfannenstiel will be different and may prove challenging.
Robinson clearly had a strong connection with all at St Mirren and that will have been a key driver of success on and off the pitch. He’ll need to replicate that.
He will know this is a step up, too. When asked after Thelin’s departure about being favourite for the Aberdeen role, Robinson simply suggested he couldn’t control that. He didn’t exactly close down speculation.
It’s a fine opportunity for him personally, although early indications are that he will meet a mixed response from Aberdeen fans.
He had the same reaction at St Mirren on taking charge and more than turned that around. And he’ll back himself to do the same.
