Hearts are set to lose another highly-rated academy prospect, with Alfie Osborne closing in on a move to Chelsea.
The 17-year-old has completed a medical and agreed a long-term deal that will take him from Tynecastle to Stamford Bridge. Osborne enjoyed an outstanding campaign, winning Hearts’ B team Player of the Year award and captaining Scotland Under-19s, primarily featuring at centre-back but also capable of stepping into midfield.