Hearts sign goalkeeper after Rangers contract expires

Hearts snapped up young goalkeeper Scott Cowie following the expiration of his contract at Rangers.

Described as a “commanding goalkeeper” by his new club, the custodian joins the under-18 side at Tynecastle after putting pen to paper on a professional deal.

Academy director Frankie McAvoy told the Hearts website: “There was a lot of interest in Scott, both in Scotland and England, so we’re delighted that he’s chosen to join Hearts.

“He’s a young goalkeeper, a good communicator with bags of potential and we feel we can give Scott a great environment in which he has the opportunity to work hard and progress.

Hearts have announced the signing of a goalkeeper for their under-18s team. Picture: SNS

“With Scott and Zach Paris both pushing each other for the Under 18s’ no.1 jersey, the future of our goalkeeping department looks strong.”

Hearts also have promising 20-year-old Harry Stone on their books. The stopper spent last season on loan at Partick Thistle and then Albion Rovers.

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