Hearts have been boosted ahead of the first Edinburgh derby of the season with the news of Stephen Kingsley 's return from injury.
The left-back missed the last two matches through illness but is back in contention - alongside new signings Barrie McKay, Cameron Devlin, Taylor Moore and Ben Woodburn.
They are all pushing to be involved in boss Robbie Neilson 's plans for the Tynecastle meeting, with experienced defender Michael Smith the only real doubt for Hearts.
The 33-year-old right-back picked up a knock on Northern Ireland duty as they drew 0-0 with Switzerland in World Cup qualifying on Wednesday.
Of Kingsley, Neilson told the Edinburgh Evening News : “He has been back in full training since the end of last week so he will be fine.
“Alex Cochrane dropped in to left centre-back in the last couple of games and did really well with Stephen out.
“Andy Halliday has also been great at left wing-back, so we have options. We will get injuries throughout the season and, with Stephen being out, we have managed to put two players in there who have done really well.
“Since the end of last season we have focused on bringing players in who would give us plenty choice in every area so I’m pleased with the squad we have now that the transfer window is shut.”
Neilson also confirmed Devlin should be involved as both Hearts and Hibs look to maintain their bright starts to the season that see them lead the Premiership pack.
