Last week, in the closing 13 minutes of the match against Benfica, he came off the bench, but he remained composed despite the situation.
He did, in fact, win all of his aerial duels while making an interception and blocking a shot, demonstrating that he possesses the necessary mindset to enter a game that is in the balance and remain composed.
After receiving a second ten-minute cameo against Hibs, he resumed his solid play. With the games coming up quickly over the next few weeks, this may provide Clement with another choice in the middle of the midfield.
The fact that McKinnon is now reaping the benefits of his recent hard work with the B team should serve as a reminder to young people that opportunities exist, particularly for those who are dedicated and diligent in their effort.
Lundstram might be able to play at the best level for a few more years, but if McKinnon can continue to pick up significant playing time on a regular basis, the 21-year-old might replace the Englishman perfectly and save Clement a ton of money on transfers.