But Celtic's need for defensive cover had become more pressing with this week's confirmation that Bobo Balde had suffered a broken leg.

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The Pars got a consolation in injury-time when Simmons pounced on Bobo Balde's mistake to slot the ball home from just outside the six-yard box.

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The Scotland winger, who had just come on for Peter Lovenkrands, swung in a cross that was headed home by De Boer with both Bobo Balde and Douglas floundering.

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The Wolves boss also said he is in no rush to make a decision over Bobo Balde, 33, as the former Celtic defender has been on trial at Molineux.

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Bobo Balde is on duty at the African Cup of Nations, Du Wei failed to win a long-term deal and Roy Keane picked up an injury after playing one game at the back.

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