Why Cadden isn't thinking about Scotland speculation

Has it been an emotional week after Lewis and Paul's announcement?

"It was more when I went home that I saw the reaction they were getting. Paul said he didn't expect it, and that his phone blew up. I see all the messages and the videos that Hibs put out. It'll be more emotional towards the end of the season when they're last at Easter Road as players, then we've got the Player of the Year awards that same night. I'll probably be crying!"

They do seem like two guys who would rather not be the centre of attention...

"That's exactly them. They'd rather not be in the limelight. They keep their heads down and work hard, it's probably why they've done so well in their careers. With how humble they are as well, they don't want this big fuss made of that. I mean, I think there should be a massive fuss, but they're probably just wanting to keep the heads down and spend a bit of time with their families."

How do you keep the culture of a club going when two guys who have been around it so long depart?

"It's going to be tough but there's good people in the dressing room - the likes of Joe Newell and Jordan Obita. I've no doubt Paul and Lewis will be a big loss but it's up to the guys who have been here to step up and take up that role."

They seem to be two who led by example as opposed to shouting and bawling?

"Exactly. I've still had a couple of bollockings from Paul! He'll let you know! Maybe not so much from Lewis because he's on the other side of the pitch, but it's a standards thing, the standards they have every single day and how they conduct themselves is what makes them leaders. They've been brilliant. I can't understate how brilliant they've been for me."

You got your first Scotland cap with Lewis out in Peru - what was that trip like?

"It was good. It was my first experience around the A-squad, I loved every minute of it being around those players. I think Scott McTominay was just coming through, Kenny McLean and Charlie Mulgrew were there. I was just a young boy at Motherwell and I got to go and test myself and see what it's like.

"Playing with those guys was absolutely brilliant, and Peru and Mexico were two very good teams. It was a different level than I'd been used to. I've tried to cherish it. Seeing the fans in these places, it was party time before the World Cup and the atmosphere was great. It's something I look back on with fondness."

Being involved with Scotland, and then not involved, can you put yourself into supporter mode or is there any regret?

"I'm a massive Scotland fan. I've not really thought about that too much, I just try to do everything I can at club level and see what happens from there.

"There's no regret or anything like that - I'm a Scotland fan, first and foremost, and pulling on the shirt will always be a proud moment for me."

Have you booked a holiday for the Euros, or are you keeping it free?

"I'm getting married on May 31! Listen, I don't want to look too far ahead. I'll just keep focusing on Hibs and go from there. Whatever happens, happens. It's fine and I'll just try my best. I won't have any regrets going into the end of the season. First and foremost, I'm just looking forward to the games.

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"I haven't experienced Scotland in a major tournament much in my life. Growing up, my dad used to tell us how good the teams he watched were. He said he felt sorry for me that I hadn't seen Scotland in a major tournament. This feels like the first proper one after the restrictions at Euro 2020, and Scotland being in the first game is unbelievable."

Is it flattering, though, that people are mentioning you as a potential option for a major tournament?

"Aye, although I get a little bit embarrassed because I don't like too many compliments. I'd rather be under the radar. But it's obviously nice, and if people are saying that then you must be doing something right."