Scottish FA set to appoint new Scotland head coach within two weeks

The Scottish FA has identified a preferred candidate to succeed Steve Clarke as head coach and expects to finalise the appointment within the next two weeks.

This swift recruitment process ensures the new manager will be in charge for the opening Nations League triple-header.

The national team begin their upcoming European campaign with a crucial away fixture against Slovenia on 26 September.

Mulholland leads extensive recruitment search

Craig Mulholland has spearheaded the hunt for a new permanent boss since becoming the governing body’s chief football officer in May.

It is understood the experienced executive has interviewed a diverse variety of prospective candidates from both the UK and abroad.

The overarching football association has now concluded these formal interviews as they close in on a final decision.

However, it currently remains unclear whether the incoming national team manager will be a domestic coach or a foreign arrival.

Moving on from the Clarke era

The imminent arrival will replace a predecessor who recently ended his seven-year tenure in charge of the Tartan Army.

The former Chelsea defender resigned following a disappointing group-stage elimination at this summer’s World Cup.

That premature tournament exit came shortly after the 61-year-old had committed to a fresh four-year contract extension.

Meanwhile, Steven Naismith anticipates retaining his position within the international coaching setup.

The former Everton forward previously served as a trusted assistant and expects to work alongside the newly appointed regime.