St Johnstone hope to have Simo Valakari in place before this weekend’s visit to Rangers. The Perth side have agreed compensation with Riga and terms with the Finnish boss.
The Saints are now awaiting a work permit and if that is issued, then Valakari will be ready to step into position. Club officials are hopeful that the permit will be issued over the next 24 to 48 hours.
It is expected that the interim management team of Andy Kirk and Alec Cleland will still remain in charge for Sunday’s Ibrox clash.
If Valakari comes in it will be more to find his feet and to take more of a general overview before he resumes full control during the international break.
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