Horneland a leading candidate for Aberdeen job

Eirik Horneland has emerged as a leading candidate for the manager's job at Aberdeen.

The Norwegian is a free agent after leaving the position of head coach at French club Saint-Etienne last weekend.

Prior to his two years in France, the 50-year-old had three successful years in charge of SK Brann in his homeland.

During his time at Brann, they were promoted to the Norwegian top division and secured a second-place finish as well as winning the Norwegian Cup.

He has also managed other Norwegian clubs Rosenborg and his hometown Haugesund.

Aberdeen are entering the latter stages of their search for a new manager following the dismissal of Jimmy Thelin at the start of last month.