Andrew McKinlay

Craig Gordon during a Hearts training session ahead of the UEFA Conference League match against Petrocub. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Hearts at crossroads as Craig Gordon goes where Tynecastle CEO refused

Hearts managing director Ann Budge and chief executive Andrew McKinlay arrive at Tynecastle for the club's agm. (Photo by Rob Casey / SNS Group)

Six key takeaways from Hearts agm - but don't mention the R-word

Hearts chief executive Andrew McKinlay during a press conference following the Hearts agm at Tynecastle.

Hearts AGM: new striker identified, top-six aim and title game-changer

Neil Critchley is unveiled as the new head coach of Hearts at Tynecastle Park. (Photo by Ewan Bootman / SNS Group)

Inside Critchley's first Hearts day and what the analytics revealed

Hearts chief executive Andrew McKinlay

Hearts CEO reveals what could have saved Steven Naismith from the sack

Hearts sacked Steven Naismith, pictured in the dugout at St Mirren, after a run of eight successive defeats.

Inside Steven Naismith's Hearts sacking as biggest failing identified

Hearts striker Lawrence Shankland has been the centre of ongoing transfer speculation over a possible move to Rangers or Celtic. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Hearts chief on Rangers-Celtic Shankland links and sporting director search

EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND - APRIL 12: Hearts Head Coach Steven Naismith during a Heart of Midlothian training session at Oriam, on April 12, 2024, in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Naismith issues Hearts warning and has say on cup ticket state of play

Hearts have warned fans future Hampden allocations could be reduced if 4000 remaining Scottish Cup semi-final tickets are not sold. (Photo by Roddy Scott / SNS Group)

Hearts issue Scottish Cup ticket appeal to fans amid future allocation warning

Hearts chairwoman Anne Budge, goalkeeper Craig Gordon and the National Lottery Heritage Fund's Andrew Milne announce the launch of the Maroon Mile project. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Ann Budge hails Hearts turnaround under Naismith as manager contract addressed

Hearts goalkeeper Craig Gordon gets comfy in one of the room's emperor beds.

Inside Hearts' new hotel, how much money it will make and training ground plans

Lawrence Shankland has scored 21 goals for Hearts this season.

McKinlay on Hearts' Shankland stance and reveals deals for two players close

Hearts have offered Lawrence Shankland a new contract amid ongoing transfer speculation. (Photo by Roddy Scott / SNS Group)

Hearts confident Shankland will stay but won't 'break the bank' to keep him

Hearts captain Lawrence Shankland is the club's talisman - there is no desire to sell him.

Hearts' Shankland talks amid Rangers link - 'not sums I expect anyone to match'

Finance director Jacqui Duncan, chief executive Andrew McKinlay and chairwomen Ann Budge during Hearts' AGM at Tynecastle.

Inside Hearts' frosty agm: Ridicule, cocktail bars, referees and Anderson

Steven Naismith (right) has been named Hearts head coach with Frankie McAvoy as an assistant. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Hearts confirm management restructure following European exit

Three years after taking up the role, Karin Sharp is stepping down as Scottish Golf's chief operating officer. Picture: Scottish Golf

Sharp stepping down as Scottish Golf's chief operating officer

Steven Naismith has been appointed Hearts manager but will serve under the title of technical director. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Hearts appoint Steven Naismith but he will not be given head coach title

Interim Hearts manager Steven Naismith celebrates during the 2-1 win over Aberdeen last weekend,

Naismith's vital Hearts week: Talks on future, cool heads, Rangers mentality

Toby Sibbick and Hearts face St Mirren on Saturday.

Hearts' Sibbick: Not nice being in relegation fights where people get sacked

Interim Hearts manager Steven Naismith takes his team to St Mirren in a crucial Premiership match on Saturday.

Hearts' Naismith: I've got a plan of what I want to do when time comes

Kevin Harper feels there are not enough opportunities for black managers in Scottish football.

Harper: Hibs' derby hero of 25 years ago opens up on struggles

Hearts have struggled to get close to Rangers in recent seasons.

'We should be performing better when we play Old Firm, Rangers in particular'

Hearts chief executive Andrew McKinlay addresses the media at Tynecastle.

Why Hearts believe sacking Neilson gives them improved chance of finishing third

Robbie Neilson was summoned to a meeting in Glasgow to be delivered the news that he would be sacked by Hearts.

How Hearts sacked Neilson: Glasgow meeting, no sleep, the boo-ometer

Steven Naismith is part of the interim coaching team at Hearts. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Hearts reveal interim boss and explain Robbie Neilson decision

Hearts manager Robbie Neilson tries to rouse his team against St Mirren in what proved to be his final match in charge.

Robbie Neilson's Hearts sacking and the £5m gamble club decided was worth taking

Hearts' Tynecastle Park stadium has been awarded UEFA's highest category. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Hearts join Celtic and Rangers in achieving top UEFA rank

Karin Sharp, who currently holds the post of Chief Operating Officer, has been encouraged to apply for the Scottish Golf CEO post. Picture: Scottish Golf.

The story behind Scottish Golf's search for new CEO

Hearts chief executive Andrew McKinlay issued a statement to and about the club's supporters. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Hearts chief hails club's support and reveals donation after 'needless scenes'

Karin Sharp was appointed as Scottish Golf's chief operating officer in April 2020 following Andrew McKinlay's exit as chief executive. Picture: Scottish Golf.

Sharp no longer at helm of Scottish Golf as interim CEO is appointed

Hearts are hoping to stay at the Oriam beyond their current agreement. Picture: SNS

Hearts reveal training ground preference as club explain what's required

Hearts chairwoman Ann Budge. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Budge at Hearts - step back, hotel plans, ambitious Anderson mindset

Hearts' youngsters have gained experience in the Lowland League. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Hearts chief's priority for finding B team permanent home in pyramid structure

Hearts chief executive Andrew McKinlay. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

How Hearts get to the next level to challenge Celtic and Rangers

Hearts manager Robbie Neilson will look to add to his squad in January. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Hearts plan January arrivals with 'a lot of work' and Paterson return latest

Kye Rowles impressed for Australia in the World Cup. (Photo by CHANDAN KHANNA/AFP via Getty Images)

Hearts make Kye Rowles transfer admission as Europe profit revealed

Aberdeen's Luis Lopes makes it 2-0 with this strike.

Floored Hearts' woes deepen in Aberdeen as Red Shed rubs salt into wounds

Hearts' management team including Robbie Neilson have signed new contracts at Tynecastle. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Hearts trio sign new deals on eve of 'historic' season

Hearts will join Celtic and Rangers in fielding a B team in the Lowland League next season. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Hearts B team fixtures and home venue confirmed

Hearts winger Bobby McLuckie is one of nine teenagers to sign a professional contract at Tynecastle Park. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Hearts hand 9 of their best prospects professional contracts

Hearts manager Robbie Neilson and sporting director Joe Savage are set for a busy summer. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Where Hearts need to strengthen to 'reach new heights'
“Now we can focus on the number one priority which is how we help the men’s and the women’s first teams really succeed and reach heights we’ve not done for a lo...

Hearts have been at Oriam since 2004. Picture: SNS

Hearts reveal training ground dream as Oriam situation discussed

Hearts' sponsorship deal with MND Scotland is to continue.

Hearts extend MND shirt deal

Hearts CEO Andrew McKinlay. (Photo by Bill Murray / SNS Group)

Independent SPFL review not about 'redistributing wealth', says Hearts chief

Hearts chief executive Andrew McKinlay is now in day-to-day charge.

McKinlay: Hearts' start harder than Hibs' - now we aim to beat them

Hearts chairwoman Ann Budge with Foundation of Hearts chairman Stuart Wallace following the transfer of club ownership. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Hearts' fan ownership model will challenge club 'behind closed doors'

Hearts ambassador Gary Locke.

'I did not sleep a wink: Hearts share transfer - darkest day to proudest day

Hearts owner Ann Budge has received many donations from Stuart Wallace on behalf of FoH.

Details of FoH takeover and what happens now at Hearts

Jim Jefferies has called time on his spell as a consultant to the Hearts board.

Jefferies leaves Hearts after Budge takes new role

Hearts honour their own

Hearts manager Robbie Neilson is hoping for a positive start to the season as Tynecastle club return to Premiership return. Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group

Hearts hoping patience will not be necessary

Hearts told it will not be long before they can enjoy packed stands at Tynecastle as restrictions on crowd numbers are lifted. Photo by Rob Casey/SNS Group

Hearts are told to prepare for lifting of all crowd restrictions

Hearts captain Steven Naismith has decided to retire as a player.

Naismith explains new Hearts role after retiring

Former Hearts captain Marius Zaliukas died from MND last year.

Hearts' new kit sponsor is a tribute to Zaliukas

Hearts owner Ann Budge with chief executive Andrew McKinlay.

Budge steps back as Anderson joins Hearts board

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