Hamilton Accies hero Frankie McAvoy has been appointed as the new head coach of Hearts on a two-year deal.
The Bellshill man - who featured for Blantyre Vics, Wishaw, Bellshill Athletic and Thorniewood United in his playing days - has stepped up from his role as Academy Director, which he undertook in February, and he takes on the position working alongside Steven Naismith.
Former Rangers striker Naismith is effectively the club's new boss after a caretaker spell at the end of last season, but as he does not yet possess his UEFA Pro License qualification - a requirement to manage in European competition - McAvoy has be named head coach with Naismith serving as 'Technical Director' in the interim.
