Hearts manager odds latest: Strong favourite to replace Craig Levein but lots of big-name ex-Premier League managers

Hearts chairwoman Ann Budge has given any possible applicants for the vacant managerial position at Tynecastle until Friday to get their CV in.

A strong favourite for the job has emerged amongst a field of candidates who are club legends, former Premier League managers or young coaches in Scotland. Budge said: "We have to compete with the top clubs in Scotland and to do that we want a very experienced and high profile manager." She also noted a desire to hire someone who will help develop young players. Scroll trough and see which names fall into those categories.

13. Alan Padrew

20/1. Former Premier League manager. One of his most memorable moments was a dance to celebrate a goal his Crystal Palace side scored in an FA Cup final defeat to Manchester United. | Getty