Liam Fox will be a permanent member of Neil Critchley's first-team coaching staff, Heart of Midlothian have confirmed.

Fox, who returned to Hearts in the summer of 2023 to take charge of the B team, was installed in interim charge when Steven Naismith was dismissed.

Following games against Ross County, Dinamo Minsk and Aberdeen, Hearts appointed Critchley as the club's new head coach. Fox has been working alongside him and his assistant Mike Garrity.

It has now been decided he will act as assistant first-team coach going forward.

Commenting on the appointment, Critchley said: “I’m delighted that Liam has agreed to join the first team coaching setup. In the short time that I’ve been at the club, his experience and knowledge of not only the group of players, but the football club in general, has been invaluable.

“Liam has a lot to offer as a coach and I’m very much looking forward to continuing to work with him.”

Fox added: “Firstly, I’d like to thank Neil, Mike and the club for the opportunity. I’ve really enjoyed working alongside them this week and as a Hearts fan myself, I’m extremely grateful to be given such a role.

“It’s been a difficult start to the season for the club, but during my time in interim charge, the players gave me absolutely everything and I’m sure it’ll be the same for Neil and Mike starting against St Mirren on Saturday.”