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contract offer that stretches them,” said director John Ward last night. “But we are under no illusions Kenny can earn more money at Aberdeen or St Mirren or wherever.”

It’s understood Miller has the option to continue solely as a player at these rival Premiership clubs, with Hibs also believed to be interested in their former player.

Ward confirmed Livingston have a “robust” Plan B should Miller decide against taking up their offer. Former Falkirk manager Gary Holt, pictured, has also been linked with the post. Time is now of the essence as Livingston seek to begin preparing for their opening Premiership game against champions Celtic on 4 August. “We have been reasonable,”

JOHN WARD he said in reference to Miller’s request for more time. “Things have been batted back and forth all week.”

The director stressed Livingston made no attempt to varnish the situation as they seek to establish themselves in the top flight following their surprise promotion.

“We went to great pains to make sure Kenny understands the limitations we have at Livingston,” said Ward. “We are essentially a community, provincial club. Against all expectations we are now in the Premiership. We don’t know what our gates will be next season, there is no magic money tree for when January comes and things are tough.

“I was at great pains to make sure he understands that,” added Ward. “To be fair to him he has been operating at a very

“We have been careful not to paint a picture all is going to be wonderful… He has to get the warts-andall side of things so he understands the genuine challenge we have”