Source: Team_Talk
Jambos drop interest in Hartley
Hearts have confirmed they have dropped out of the running to sign Bristol City midfielder Paul Hartley, with Aberdeen in pole position.[LNB] The Edinburgh side had been leading the chase to bring Hartley back to Scottish football this summer.[LNB]However, in a surprise twist they have now cooled their interest in the 33-year-old, although they remain keen on signing a midfielder.[LNB]Aberdeen were also vying with Hearts for Hartley's services and are now favourites for his signature as he is expected to leave Ashton Gate.[LNB]"We are remaining open-minded on signing a midfielder," a Hearts spokesman told the Scottish Herald.[LNB]"Although our interest has now cooled in Paul Hartley, there are five weeks remaining before the transfer window closes.[LNB]"There are still a number of opportunities currently being explored."[LNB]Meanwhile manager Jim Jefferies has reiterated the club remain keen on Kilmarnock's Craig Bryson but will not be upping their offer.[LNB]"Hearts have made bids for the player concerned which have been rejected so far," said Jefferies. "That's Kilmarnock's prerogative to do that.[LNB]"The two clubs are poles apart on the player's evaluation but Hearts will not be upping their bid."
