Hibs boss John Collins is ready to send his fringe players away on-loan.

Collins said: "There are a number that we are thinking about because it might be a good idea for their progress. I think getting first-team football under their belts would be good for them.

"I don't want to talk about individuals but there are three or four that we are thinking about. Rather than not playing games it's the perfect opportunity for them to get competitive first-team games."