Top of the league by a point, Hearts know there is little room for error with six games remaining. They face Motherwell at Tynecastle Park on Saturday seeking maximum points to stay ahead of Rangers and Celtic in this fascinating Premiership title race.
The Fir Park side have earned widespread praise for their passing style of football under the Danish coach Jens Berthel Askou. They are the only team Hearts haven’t beaten this season, but both side have injuries to contend with. The latest news from both camps is below:
9. Regan Charles-Cook (Motherwell): OUT
A bad ankle injury keeps the winger sidelined, although he will hope to return before the season ends. | SNS Group
10. Marc Leonard (Hearts): OUT
Suspended for one match after Sunday's red card against Livingston. | SNS Group
11. John Koutroumbis (Motherwell): DOUBT
Has a calf injury and nearly ready to return. May need to wait until after the split. | SNS Group
12. Harry Milne (Hearts): DOUBT
The left-back has been running after a calf problem but is not yet in full training. | SNS Group