The Hibs boss was putting a brave face on things and wished Ma-Kalambay well, but at the same time conceded that finding a new goalkeeper as cover was one of his main priorities.

"It looks likely that Yves will be going to the Olympics and that is great for him - but means the goalkeeping area is one we have to look at closely," said Paatelainen.

"We do not know how many games he will miss and haven't had anything confirmed as yet, but we will look at the situation as we have to make sure we have two goalkeepers capable of doing a job for us at all times."