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.

13. Eddie May
16/1. In his second spell as interim boss. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group

14. Gary Holt
16/1. The Livingston manager has impressed at the Tony Macaroni Arena. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Bill Murray - SNS Group

15. John Collins
14/1. The ex-Hibs boss was in attendance at the club's Development Squad win over Celtic. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Mark Scates - SNS Group

16. Stephen Robinson
12/1. The Motherwell boss is favourite for both the Hearts and northern Ireland jobs. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group

