A host of names, some realistic, some nonsensical, have featured on a long list of bookies odds or discussions as to who the next Hearts manager will be. That decision is unlikely to happen anytime soon, increasing the speculation as to the person who will eventually succeed Craig Levein. Interim boss Austin MacPhee is expected to be in the dugout at Kilmarnock on Saturday. But who are the leading candidates according to the bookmakers?
1. Nigel Adkins
16/1. The ex-Hull City and Southampton has plenty of experience in English football. Photo: George Wood
2. Gareth Taylor
16/1. The former journeyman forward is now a coach in Manchester City's academy. Photo: Alex Burstow
3. Felix Magath
12/1. The German manager who won the Bundesliga three times as coach applied for the job. Photo: NIGEL TREBLIN
4. John Terry
10/1. The Chelsea legend is a surprise entrant to the betting. Currently No.2 at Aston Villa. Photo: Michael Regan