George Burley was very keen to keep him as he regards him as an integral part of his side.

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Mr Romanov has already done a huge amount for the club as the principal shareholder. How much more can he do as the owner?

I have no objection to that at all. It's not a great day for Hearts but I can't give the fans an explanation of the circumstances of the parting of company. I can't say any more because of confidentiality agreements.

We are not going to rush it but we're also not going to have undue delay. I can say the club will go from strength to strength,

We are currently in the middle of contract negotiations with Craig Gordon over a new deal for him,