Robbie Neilson is convinced John Souttar will still be a Hearts player when the transfer window closes.
The Gorgie gaffer was responding after the defender’s omission from the squad for the Scottish Cup tie against Auchinleck Talbot sparked speculation that he could be set to make an immediate move to Rangers.
Souttar has penned a pre-contract with the Scottish Premiership champions and would have been ineligible to feature in the tournament for Rangers, if he makes the switch this month.