The Hoops boss revealed that Johnny Kenny picked up a calf strain in Bologna, which is being assessed ahead of the weekend, while he’s pleased to see Kelechi Iheanacho back in training alongside the acquisition of Czech striker, Tomas Cvancara.

“He trained yesterday with the B team lads and he trained this morning, so he’s ready to go,” the manager said of the new Bhoy.

“I wouldn’t want to put too much pressure on him. He’s not going to be the panacea for all our ills and woes, but just let him get settled in.

'I think he’ll make an impact – I hope he does – but, again, I just wouldn’t want to be putting extreme pressure on him to solve all our problems.'

As for Sunday’s game, the Hoops currently trail Hearts by six points, and having lost their two previous encounters against the Tynecastle side this season, they’ll be looking to make amends this weekend.

“It’s going to be very big, no question about it,” the manager said. “If we get beaten it’s a long way back for us – it’s a bit of a trek at the minute – so we’ll go out to win the game if we can.

“It has a great atmosphere, it’s fiery, and I used to say that, outside of Ibrox, it was the most intimidating place to go, and I think it will be a wonderful atmosphere.

“The players are in good spirits, they’ll be up for the game but this might be a time when substitutions will play their part.”

Watch the manager’s full press Conference

Reflections on Bologna performance
Squad update
On Tomas Cvancara
Hearts game
Transfer window update

Manager: We're looking forward to Tynecastle test