Hearts are on the lookout for a new manager after Derek McInnes agreed a deal in principle to become the new Rangers manager.
McInnes, 54, was just three minutes away from masterminding a memorable title win in his debut season as Hearts manager, but was pipped at the post by Celtic on the final, though his achievements did not go unnoticed at Ibrox.
Rangers are set to lose head coach Danny Rohl to Austrian Bundesliga giants RB Salzburg, leading chairman Andrew Cavenagh to approach the Tynecastle outfit for McInnes.
While both deals are still to be confirmed, rumours over who Hearts could view as potential options have already begun, with Tony Bloom’s analytics firm, Jamestown Analytics, expected to heavily influence the club's search. But who will the club turn to this summer as they try to go one better than last season’s second-placed finish?
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5. Ryan Mason - 6/1
Struggled in his first role as head coach at West Bromwich Albion last season, and was sacked after just seven months in the role. Retains a decent enough reputation despite his difficult first spell though, and will be eager to be given a second opportunity to manage. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
6. Steve Cooper - 5/1
Did a sterling job with Nottingham Forest a few seasons ago, but has struggled in recent years, being sacked from head coach roles at Leicester City and Brondby | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
7. Rob Edwards - 4/1
Relegated from the English Premier League with Wolverhampton Wanderers last season, he was relieved of his duties at Molineux last week. Still retains a strong reputation in the game after impressing during a short stint with Middlesbrough last season. He'd likely be keen on the role, if it became available. | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group
8. Steven Pressley - 3/1
Returned to management with Dundee last summer, and received high praise for the job he did at Dens Park in his debut season. A former Scottish Cup winning Hearts captain, it's perhaps no surprise his name is on the list of candidates. | SNS Group 0141 221 3602 Photo: SNS Group