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,

It's possible something Ellis said out of court might be used not only against him but Mr. DeLay. There is one exception to the hearsay rule: for statements made by co-conspirators.

With the tournament sold out, great weather and a great field, it's not surprising that were experiencing some delay.

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