The transfer window is up and running but there are some deals clubs will not want to entertain.
Steven Naismith has been quick off the mark at Hearts and a host of early deals has his side primed for Premiership action, plus matches in the Europa League or Europa Confernence League.
Hibs meanwhile are rebuilding under new head coach David Gray. More incomings are expected and exits could also happen as he looks to get his side ready for improving upon a bottom six finish last term. There will be different battles all over the division from the Rangers and Celtic title fight to who takes the European places, and the battle at the bottom.
Each club has a top player, one they should look to avoid selling should they want to achieve their objectives short-term, and in the long run they would stand to benefit from extended stays. Looking at a player from each club, we pick 12 stars who fall into that category.
5. Hearts - Lawrence Shankland
The talisman off the back of a 30 goal+ season. Speculation will likely surround him this summer and it'd be a hugely difficult task to replace him just in terms of output, never mind other factors like leadership. | Getty Images
6. Hibs - Rory Whittaker
In a time of a reasonable offer for any star would possibly be considered, it makes this decision tough. Should they want to develop Whittaker into having the potential of making a Josh Doig-style fee though, they must keep him. | SNS Group
7. Kilmarnock - Lewis Mayo
Mayo is a huge part of why Killie's rigid system works. He can play as comfortably at right-back as he can in the heart of defence, providing defensive security. Replacing him would be a tough ask. | SNS Group
8. Motherwell - Lennon Miller
Lennon Miller has been a key player for Motherwell at the age of just 17. He had an injury last season, and he'd benefit from a full campaign of senior action. There would be the factor of being in the last year of his deal come 2025, but his club would perhaps have a wider range of suitors too for selling him at a David Turnbull-style price. Photo: Ross MacDonald - SNS Group