Aberdeen interim manager Peter Leven was last night admitted to hospital where he underwent an emergency procedure.
Thankfully, the operation was a success with the coach expected to make a "full and swift recovery".
However, it does mean Leven won't be in the dugout for the match against St Johnstone this afternoon.
Instead, Scott Anderson - with Craig Samson, Jonny Hayes and Stuart Duff - will take care of first-team duties for the Scottish Premiership fixture.
Leven - who had taken training this week - will be in contact with the coaching team throughout the afternoon.
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A club statement read: "Interim head coach Peter Leven was last night admitted to hospital where he underwent an emergency procedure.
"The operation was a success, and we expect Peter to make a full and swift recovery.
"Scott Anderson, alongside Craig Samson, Jonny Hayes and Stuart Duff, will lead the team for the match this afternoon against St Johnstone.
"Peter, who prepared training all week, will be in contact with his staff throughout the afternoon.
"Everyone at AFC sends their best wishes to Peter and we look forward to seeing him back at the training ground next week."
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