Derek McInnes has jokingly urged a generous benefactor to fund an Aberdeen return for Jonny Hayes. The Dons boss was quizzed over a potential reunion with his former star as he prepares to leave Celtic and his response came hot on the heels on Ann Budge's big reveal.
Hayes' contract at Parkhead is set to expire over the next few days and on Friday night he confirmed he'd be leaving the club.
The Irishman enjoyed five successful years at Pittodrie but McInnes has told BBC Sportsound that new signings aren't on his radar.
Asked if Dons fans should try not to get excited about Hayes returning, McInnes quipped: "Well, unless one of them's a benefactor!" Get all the latest Sports news sent straight to your Inbox every day by signing up to