Hearts stand-in manager Stevie Frail, who worked as reserve coach under George Burley at Tynecastle, welcomed the SFA's appointment of a man who was believed to be the outsider of the four candidates.

He said: "I think he will do great. He was fantastic on the training ground and everyone knew their roles within the team.

"Tynecastle lifted instantly when he came, training sessions were sharp and we played them at high tempo.

"It's a positive appointment and I wish him every success."