McGhee says Aberdeen are building for the long term under his stewardship

Mark McGhee believes it would be "grossly unfair" if his position as Aberdeen manager came under threat.

The Dons have not won since late January, damaging their hopes of a top six Scottish Premier League finish.

McGhee's side have also exited both domestic cup competitions to First Division teams.

"The circumstances which have put us on course to finishing outwith the top six have been mostly outwith my control," said McGhee.

"It would be grossly unfair if my position was in any danger.

"My brief when I arrived was to stack the squad with young players and bring about change over a prolonged period. That includes bringing in new players and changing the mentality of some of those already here.

I will prove those who are criticising me - claiming I am not up to the job - are wrong Mark McGhee

"The directors know what was said and what is going on behind the scenes in an effort to to make sure things are a lot better next season.

"I can't legislate for the possibility of the directors now deciding that what has happened since then is unacceptable. I can only be honest and say I feel I've done what has been asked and believe what I am doing will bring benefits in the long term."

McGhee was a popular player during a six-year spell, during which Aberdeen won the European Cup Winners' Cup and the European Super Cup.

And the former Scotland striker insists he will not resign from his post.

"There is no chance of me walking away," he added.

"I still don't believe I have become a bad manager. If anything, it has made me even more determined to gain success with Aberdeen.

"But I will prove that the people who showed faith in my ability to be a successful Aberdeen manager were right.

"And I will prove those who are criticising me - claiming I am not up to the job - are wrong."

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