希伯尼安正考虑多名候选人担任空缺的主教练一职，Michel Kniat、Marink Reedijk 和 Vesa Vasara 名列其中。Elsewhere in Scottish football, Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson is hopeful of securing defender Gavin Molloy, 24, on a new contract extension. The Pittodrie boss is keen to retain the centre-back beyond his current deal. Celtic and Rangers are reportedly among numerous clubs monitoring Arsenal midfielder Max Dowman, who turns 17 on 31 December.

The highly-rated youngster could be available for a January loan move as he continues his development. Former Celtic youth Andy Robertson reflected on his release from the club, stating it was "the best thing that could have happened" to his career. The Scotland captain credits the setback for his subsequent rise to becoming a Liverpool and Champions League winner.

New Scotland assistant coach Sebastien Pocognoli acknowledged the pressure of the role, noting "the bar is very high" due to the nation's footballing heritage.