Hearts appoint new manager to replace Derek McInnes following his exit to join Rangers

Hearts have confirmed the appointment of Wouter Vrancken as their new head coach. The 47-year-old Belgian joins as a free agent, having recently left Sint-Truiden after guiding them to a third-placed finish in the Belgian top flight. The Belgian succeeds Derek McInnes, who moved to Rangers after coming within minutes of leading Hearts to the William Hill Premiership title. The two-time Belgian manager of the year has signed a two-year contract. Vrancken has never previously managed outside of hi