Derek McInnes and Jens Berthel Askou don’t have their injury problems to see ahead of Saturday’s Premiership match between Hearts and Motherwell. The Fir Park fixture will be watched by several players from both sides who are injured and unavailable.
While McInnes looks to return Hearts to winning ways after last week’s first league defeat of the season at Aberdeen, Askou is seeking an Edinburgh double following Motherwell’s midweek victory over Hibs. The latest injury news from both camps is below:
5. Ageu (Hearts): OUT
Expected to miss around six weeks with a torn hamstring. | SNS Group
6. Sam Nicholson (Motherwell): OUT
Former Hearts winger has been struggling with a long-term knee injury. | SNS Group
7. Calem Nieuwenhof (Hearts): OUT
The Australian may be able to return next month from his persistent hamstring issue. | SNS Group
8. Aston Oxborough (Motherwell): OUT
Goalkeeper is still recovering from a broken hand. Won't be back until the new year. | SNS Group