Wouter Vrancken is on the cusp of becoming the new Heart of Midlothian head coach. He will be joined by assistants: ▪️ Tim Smolders - Ex-Club Brugge player ▪️ Cederique Tulleners - Worked in China, UAE and Lithuania

In Malachi Fagan-Walcott, Heart of Midlothian have recruited a strong and athletic defender. The 24-year-old is primed to play a big role at the back next season. @sked21.bsky.social looks at the man the club did a lot of work into signing. 🔗 onlrl.co/dxyxdc

Derek McInnes was asked whether he would be looking at Tynecastle Park for recruits this summer. 🗣️ "... There's no player under contract at Hearts we've been discussing."

🚨 Tom Renaud signs 🚨 4️⃣-year deal ⚽ Ball-playing No.6 7️⃣th signing

Wouter Vrancken is on the verge of becoming the new Heart of Midlothian head coach. He is in Edinburgh today to finalise the deal. Vrancken will be assisted by Tim Smolders and Cederique Tulleners. @sked21.bsky.social ✍️

🚨 Sabri Guendouz signs 🚨 3️⃣-year deal 💷 Significant six-figure deal 🪄 Creative forward

🎙️ Fagan-Walcott lowdown 🎙️ @craigcairns.bsky.social & Liam Stewart discuss the signing of Malachi Fagan-Walcott and what he will bring to Hearts. (Note: Recorded prior to McInnes' exit)

📊 The data 👀 The eye test 🏃‍♂️ The physicals 📈 The level Malachi Fagan-Walcott lowdown: Why Hearts new centre-back is a rare addition | @sked21.bsky.social

Heart of Midlothian partner Jamestown Analytics has entered an agreement with Swansea City

Sabri Guendouz has said goodbye Beerschot and the club's fans ahead of his move to Hearts 🗣️ "I leave with many memories, respect, gratitude, and above all appreciation."

Wouter Vrancken will provide 'endless energy and entertaining football' That is the view of his former assistant - and now Sint-Truiden head coach. Hearts continue to finalise a deal for Vrancken

🗣️ “I’m absolutely delighted to have the chance to prove myself here in Germany in the 2. Bundesliga.” Michael Steinwender on his move to VfL Bochum. He will depart Hearts after 18 months.

Wouter Vrancken's style is "organised chaos". 🗣️ "I want our team to have the ball, try things, and create chances, but possession is not an end in itself. It is a statistic that doesn’t interest me at all." Why Hearts want Vrancken | @sked21.bsky.social

🎙️ Hearts near head coach appointment 🎙️ Join @sked21.bsky.social at 11am on YouTube/Facebook as he discusses Wouter Vrancken and the latest on Claudio Braga.

Heart of Midlothian came into the summer prepared for interest in Claudio Braga. Signed for just over £400,000, he could potentially leave for a club-record fee. 🔗 onlrl.co/xzqbwp

🛣️ Coaching journey 👑 'Greatest coaches' praise 📝 Track record 👀 Organised chaos 🤝 Man management Why Hearts want Wouter Vrancken as Derek McInnes replacement | @sked21.bsky.social

Heart of Midlothian have set the price tag for Claudio Braga at £8m-£10m. It comes amid interest from Lyon. @sked21.bsky.social ✍️

Heart of Midlothian's head coach search is set to come to an end. The club are closing in on the appointment of Wouter Wrancken. Thoughts, Jambos? 🔗 onlrl.co/du03yh

Michael Steinwender could depart Hearts this window with strong interest from Germany. The Austrian centre-back would earn Hearts a profit on the six-figure fee they paid Varnamo in January 2025.

🚨 Wouter Vrancken to Hearts 🚨 The club's search for a Derek McInnes replacement is set to end. Vrancken, two-time Belgian Manager of the Year, is set to become the new head coach after a transformational job at Sint-Truiden. @sked21.bsky.social ✍️

🎙️ Maarten Martens head coach candidate 🎙️ Join @sked21.bsky.social & Liam Stewart at 4.30pm on YouTube/Facebook as they discuss the Hearts head coach search and latest transfer news.

🚨 Transfer news 🚨 Michael Steinwender could leave Hearts with transfer interest from Germany @sked21.bsky.social ✍️

Heart of Midlothian are keen to make an appointment this week with the first-team squad returning for pre-season on Thursday. Former AZ boss and Belgian international Maarten Martens has spoken to the club. @sked21.bsky.social ✍️ 🔗 onlrl.co/qiwuqz

Maarten Martens has been interviewed for the Hearts job. The former Belgian international was most recently head coach at AZ Alkmaar. @sked21.bsky.social ✍️

Andy Halliday on why next Hearts appointment is so exciting for Scottish football 🔗 onlrl.co/otabfq

Andy Halliday explained why the Heart of Midlothian head coach appointment isn't only exciting for fans but for the Scottish Premiership. 🗣️ "I think the concern within the club will not be as big as the concern outwith the club."

🗣️ "I'd say I'm an aggressive, front-footed defender that loves to defend, loves to block the ball, and just loves to be aggressive." MJ Kamson-Kamara gives Hearts fans an insight into what type of player he is after signing.

Hearts are on the verge of completing another transfer with the addition of Sabri Guendoz. The Frenchman was identified following his season in the Belgian second tier with Beerschot. @sked21.bsky.social ✍️

Heart of Midlothian get their season underway in just 32 days' time. The club have confirmed details of the home and away legs against Sturm Graz.

MJ Kamson-Kamara has his eyes set on title battles after arriving at Hearts. 🗣️ "You guys, from what I've seen, deserved it. It was a bittersweet season, but you can learn from it and next season we just got to go for that league title, as always."

Derek McInnes exclusive: An open letter to Hearts fans The former Hearts head coach's statement to @heartsstandard.bsky.social is free to read (no paywall)⤵️

From the National League to the Champions League, Malachi Fagan-Walcott is over the moon to join Heart of Midlothian. He explained the decision to move north ahead of interest from other clubs. 🔗 onlrl.co/c4nmae

Hearts v Sturm Graz dates revealed after Champions League draw 🔗 onlrl.co/ekg05m

Rene Hake is one of the candidates to have been interviewed to become the new Hearts head coach. A tactically flexible manager who has developed a good reputation for working with younger players. @sked21.bsky.social ✍️

🚨 Hearts confirm Malachi Fagan-Walcott signing 🚨 4️⃣-year deal 💷 Sizeable six-figure fee 👌 Highly-rated centre-back

👍 Big opportunity for new head coach 👀 Busy August ❌ Why one game could be postponed 📅 New international calendar 3️⃣ Key Tynecastle games How new Hearts head coach could get off to the perfect start after fixture release | @sked21.bsky.social

Hearts face will face Sturm Graz at the Austrian's home ground in the first leg of the Champions League qualifying tie. Last season, Nottingham Forest and Rangers both received 1,349 tickets for the away end.

Heart of Midlothian have found out their Scottish Premiership fixture list for the season ahead. ▪️ Pittodrie start ▪️ Boxing Day derby ▪️ Rangers under the lights ▪️ Six league games in December 🔗 onlrl.co/9ymv27

Rene Hake is one of the candidates for the Heart of Midlothian head coach position. The Dutchman has been interviewed with more taking place this week. @sked21.bsky.social on the Hearts head coach search.

🔬 Sturm Graz under the microscope 🔬 Hearts will face the Austrians next month in the Champions League second-round qualifier. @sked21.bsky.social looks at everything from their style to the likely away allocation.

Hearts reveal what they want from the next head coach as the club confirm Derek McInnes' departure. McInnes, as well as assistants Paul Sheerin and Alan Archibald, have moved to Rangers. Hearts aim to make the "right appointment as swiftly as possible".

Perth Glory hailed Calem Nieuwenhof's signing as a "real coup". The midfielder has returned to Australia on loan as he looks return to playing after a torrid time with injury.

🎙️ Hearts head to Austria 🎙️ Join @sked21.bsky.social & @bmeik.bsky.social at 4.50pm on YouTube/Facebook as they reflect on the Champions League draw.

🇪🇸 Rayo Vallecano will come to Tynecastle Park next month The Conference League finalists will provide Heart of Midlothian with the final test before they start their competitive action in the Champions League.

Derek McInnes nears Hearts exit after Rangers confirm Danny Rohl appointment. Paul Sheerin and Alan Archibald are expected to follow McInnes to Ibrox.

Heart of Midlothian are heading to Austria. The Jam Tarts have been drawn against Austrian runners-up Sturm Graz. Hearts have confirmed it could take up to 24 hours to confirm dates and times.

🕚 Not long to go until the Champions League second-round qualifying draw... Hearts fans can watch it here: www.uefa.com/uefachampion... All the info ahead of the draw here ⤵️

🕚 Draw time 📺 How to watch 🤔 Who would be home first 📅 When date/time has to be confirmed What Hearts fans need to know ahead of Champions League draw | @sked21.bsky.social

Calem Nieuwenhof departs Hearts as he returns to Australia on loan deal 🗣️ "I’m looking forward to getting back playing consistently."

Hearts have been one of the most proactive teams with their recruitment. With the transfer window now open, that will continue to evolve with further additions and departures. @sked21.bsky.social on the current state of play. 🔗 onlrl.co/wzoyy5