It could come a lot sooner if reports on Friday morning are to be believed with Jack Ross understood to have been in talks with the club, while an ex-Championship manager has been approached. Two names who have been on the bookies list seem unlikely to make their way to Leith. See how the odds have changed for Paul Heckingbottom’s replacement.
5. Jim Magilton
20/1. The Northern Irishman has had a number of coaching experiences since his playing career finished. Photo: Hamish Blair
6. Chris Coleman
20/1. Coleman has manged Fulham, Wales and Sunderland. Was last managing in China. Photo: Nathan Stirk
7. Steve Clarke
20/1. The current Scotland boss. Photo: Alan Harvey - SNS Group
8. Daniel Stendel
16/1. Left Barnsley earlier this season. Led them to promotion to the Championship. Photo: Lewis Storey