Hearts appoint Belgian Vrancken as head coach

Heart of Midlothian appointed Wouter Vrancken as their new head coach on June 10, 2024, filling the vacancy left by Derek McInnes's departure to Rangers the previous week. Vrancken, a Belgian national, previously managed KRC Genk and Sint-Truiden in Belgium's top flight, the Belgian Pro League. His tenure at Genk, which concluded in May 2024, saw the team finish third in the league during the 2022-2023 season. Prior to his coaching career, Vrancken was a professional footballer, playing as a defensive midfielder for clubs including KAA Gent and KV Mechelen, and earning 10 caps for the Belgian national team. The appointment marks a significant move for Hearts as they prepare for the upcoming Scottish Premiership season.