Stewart signs on for Turkish delight

22 May 2010 16:06
There is no turning back for Michael Stewart Michael Stewart has completed his move from Hearts to Turkish club Genclerbirligi. reportedly on a one-year contract. The 29-year-old midfielder was released by the Jambos, with his deal due to expire this summer. He will linkup with ex-Buddie  Billy Mehmet at Genclerbirligi who move to the Turkish club when he was not offered a new deal by the Paisley club with his deal due to run out.  Stewart, who apparently has the option of extending his stay in Turkey for another two years, said: "Signing for Genclerbirligi brings a new excitement and new things to accomplish. They are a very professional club." Edinburgh-born Stewart's Hearts career looked over after he was replaced as captain by manager Jim Jefferies four games before the end of the season. His angry response to that decision ensured he did not featured for the remainder of the campaign. Genclerbirligi finished 10th in the Turkish top-flight last season, 28 points behind champions Bursaspor.

Source: FOOTYMAD