Defender Marius Zaliukas begins a four-match ban, while winger Andrew Driver and striker Calum Elliot (both heel) are definitely out.
Midfielder Laryea Kingston is almost certainly out due to his troublesome knee problem, but summer signing Ismael Bouzid (shoulder) is set to return to training on Saturday, while winger Arvydas Novikovas is also expected to be fit.
Hearts (from): Balogh, Jonsson, Bouzid, Goncalves, Kucharski, Thomson, Wallace, McGowan, M Stewart, Palazuelos, Suso, Obua, Black, Novikovas, Nade, Mole, Glen, Witteveen, Templeton, Kello, MacDonald.
