Neil Critchley Set to Become Hearts Manager

Hearts are in advanced negotiations with Neil Critchley to fill their vacant managerial position, following the dismissal of Steven Naismith due to a poor start in the Premiership, where they currently sit at the bottom with only two points from eight games. Critchley, a former manager at Blackpool and Queens Park Rangers, could be appointed by Tuesday and is expected to bring his own coaching staff. His managerial experience includes coaching Liverpool’s youth teams and a stint as Steven Gerrard's assistant at Aston Villa, where he previously had a successful run at Blackpool. The club initially pursued Norwegian Per-Mathias Hogmo, but negotiations fell through, prompting them to turn to Critchley. The Jambos are eager to secure their first league win when they host St Mirren next weekend, and Critchley's arrival could provide a much-needed boost to the team. His potential appointment has garnered mixed reactions from the fan base as the club aims to turnaround their season.