The Dundee United revolving door as Jack Ross prepares to be boss number 25 in less than 30 years

Dundee United are on the hunt for a new boss after the departure of Tam Courts – and it's something to which the Taysiders have become accustomed.

Jack Ross looks certain to be appointed to the Tannadice hotseat in a return to work for the man who was ruthlessly axed by Hibs last season.

United porting director Tony Asghar revealed the incoming gaffer is likely to be announced in the coming days with a preferred candidate quickly identified.

Like many other clubs, Dundee United have had their fair share of ups and downs over the years.

From Scottish Cup glory to relegation within the past 10 years, the Tannadice side are no strangers to a reshuffle.

And a new face in charge is something the Tayside club have become used to over the years.

Incredibly, United's new appointment will be the club's 25th boss in under 30 years since the legendary Jim McLean stepped down from his managerial duties.

But it was not always this way, with McLean taking charge of the Tangerines for more than two decades before making his way to the boardroom in 1993.

Even beyond this, Dundee United only saw two men in charge in a huge 34 years up until McLean's move.

Things are not quite the same as they were nowadays though.

Ex-Hibs and St Mirren boss Ross has been linked with a number of vacancies since leaving Easter Road.

And, after emerging as the hot early favourite to replace Courts at Tannadice, looks set to be appointed.

After leaving Hibs in December of last year, Ross has been waiting for the right opportunity to get back into management.

The vacancy in the City of Discovery could be the perfect opportunity for the 46-year-old.

Other names in the hat include current Ross County boss Malky MacKay who enjoyed a hugely successful