The ex Dundee star, who had only recently signed for Ayr, had a short chat with manager Brian Reid on Monday night after training and he was on his way, not happy at not being guaranteed a place. Its to the Manager's credit that he stands no nonsense and no room for big heads.
A potential replkacement maybe Livingstons O'Carrol who will not wish to play in Scotland's third division after Livi's enforeced relegation this week.
McGowan (banned) and Campbell (thigh injury) will miss the Partick game.
Stevenson will play despite a broken nose sustained against Stirling