Saints-linked Brown opts to stay at Ayr - gossip

Scott Brown has pulled out of the running to be the next St Johnstone manager, opting to remain with Ayr United after talks with Saints owner Adam Webb (Mail)

Brown was not offered the job, but was one of a number of candidates interviewed on Wednesday before ruling himself out. (Courier - subscription)

The Saints job is a "really, really good job", says out of work manager Ian Murray. (Courier - subscription)

Read Thursday's Scottish gossip