Kilmarnock and Hearts Agree Terms for Derek McInnes Managerial Move

Derek McInnes is set to become the new manager of Hearts after the club reached an agreement with Kilmarnock, where McInnes currently manages. Despite the agreed move, McInnes initially planned to remain with Kilmarnock for their final two games of the season but faced significant fan backlash during a recent defeat, leading Kilmarnock to decide that McInnes and his coaching staff would not manage the team in the last match against Hearts. Chris Burke and Craig Clark will take over first-team duties for Kilmarnock's final game. Hearts are finalizing the appointment of McInnes, while Kilmarnock is exploring successors, with former Hearts boss Steven Naismith reportedly a leading candidate, alongside others such as Stuart Kettlewell and Peter Leven. McInnes has emphasized his strong relationship with Kilmarnock owner Billy Bowie and his intention to leave on good terms.