But the Belgian looks set to be relieved of his duties having won just one League Cup during his tenure - with a caretaker boss named for this midweek’s league clash with Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.
Yesterday’s defeat to Stephen Robinson’s Buddies, however, looks certain to prove the final straw after angry fans vented their fury after the final whistle.
But asked about his future following the latest defeat - which has Gers 13 points behind rivals Celtic - he said: “Those are things the board needs to decide.
“Leadership is an important one, but leadership is also a collective one.
The shock Scottish Cup exit to Championship Queen’s Park pushed Clement towards the exit door.