John Kennedy would cost Hearts a six-figure compensation package to lure the Celtic No2 to Tynecastle, according to a report.
Steven Naismith is currently in the hot seat as interim gaffer following the sacking of Robbie Neilson and knows big results against Rangers and Hibs in the final two games of the season and securing third spot in the Premiership table will put him in a strong position to land the job.
But Hoops assistant Kennedy is believed to be on a managerial shortlist with the Scottish Sun claiming sporting director Joe Savage has the highly-regarded coach high on his list of options if former Rangers and Scotland star Naisy isn't handed the gig permanently.
