Eirik Horneland: Aberdeen close to appointing ex-Saint-Etienne boss as Tony Docherty returns to Dons

Aberdeen are close to appointing Eirik Horneland as their new head coach, but may have to wait until the summer. 

It is believed the situation with the Norwegian boss is complicated for various reasons, but the club are relaxed as they look to finalise a deal with the 50-year-old.

He is also sorting out his compensation from St Etienne, where he left last month.

The Dons remain confident Horneland will be in charge of the club for next season and are in advanced talks to appoint him.