Hearts Coach Addresses Player Performance and Contract Discussions

Hearts head coach Neil Critchley stated that his main priority involves maximizing the on-field performance of captain and key striker Lawrence Shankland, notwithstanding considerable speculation regarding Shankland’s off-field future (Scotsman), external. Concurrently, Critchley engaged in discussions with the club’s recently appointed sporting director, Graeme Jones, concerning the retention of both Craig Gordon and Zander Clark at Tynecastle past the current season (Edinburgh Evening News), external. Sandi Toksvig will be accompanied by Gyles Brandreth, Lulu, Emmanuel Sonubi, and Alan Davies. Take the stage to sing along with tracks from Queen, Taylor Swift, Bon Jovi, Katy Perry, and others. Ben Fogle and Kate Humble return to participate in the celebrations at Longleat Safari Park. Topics range from microplastics present in our air, soil, and waterways, to the volume of food waste generated during this period of the year. © 2024 BBC. The BBC bears no responsibility for material found on external websites. Information regarding our policy on external links is available.