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Josh McCafferty

Kilmarnock make Derek McInnes decision ahead of Hearts clash

Derek McInnes has managed his last game with Kilmarnock. 

The 53-year-old was due to take charge of the Rugby Park side's final two matches of the season after an agreement was reached for him to become Heart of Midlothian's new boss. 

That will no longer be the case, however, with Kilmarnock's final game of the campaign, and what would've been McInnes' last in charge, coming against Hearts this weekend. 


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Chris Burke and Craig Clark will now take charge of the team for the clash. 

A club statement read: "It has been agreed between our Board of Directors, Derek McInnes and his staff that the best approach would be if they were not in charge for the final match of the season.

"Paul Sheerin and Alan Archibald will also not be involved – first team preparation and matchday duties will be undertaken by Chris Burke and Craig Clark.

"We look forward to seeing the blue and white army out in force this weekend as we give the players the send off they deserve.

"More information will follow in due course."

Kilmarnock were beaten 3-0 by Motherwell at Fir Park on Wednesday evening. It turned out to be McInnes' last game at the helm. 

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