Robinson returns to training

Luke Chambers believes competition for places under Mick McCarthy has been the secret to the change of fortunes at Ipswich.

The Tractor Boys were four points adrift at the bottom of the npower Championship table when McCarthy, and assistant Terry Connor, took the reins at Portman Road, but five wins from nine games has lifted spirits.

Chambers, who signed a three-year contract with the Blues in the summer, thinks McCarthy's selection process has had a major effect.

He told the East Anglian Daily Times: "The gaffer has made no secret that if you are not performing to your best and not buying into what he wants, you will be out.

"They have come in with their own ideas and the lads have bought into them quickly.

"Maybe, people who were possibly comfortable in the team under the previous manager have found that it is a new start for everyone."

The 20-year-old refused to be named as a substitute for the Scottish Premier League win over Aberdeen earlier this month.

However, Robinson met with senior club officials on Monday to clear the air and, according to the Jambos, the matter is now closed.

McGlynn told Hearts News: "I met Scott yesterday and he was very apologetic for his actions.

"I was extremely unhappy with him and he knows he was in the wrong.

"The matter has been dealt with internally, the details of which will remain private.

"Scott is now back training with the first team and we all now move on."

Robinson said: "The whole situation was regrettable and I have apologised to the manager for what happened.

"I just want to concentrate on my football now, work hard in training and try to prove to the gaffer that I am worth my place in the squad as we have a lot of important games coming up."