Crystal Palace are now the clear favourites to land Hearts prospect Aaron Hickey.

Hearts have stepped up their efforts to bring Kosovo forward Donis Avdijaj, 23 to Tynecastle. The club had entered talks with Trabzonspor, but the chances of getting their man increased after the forward’s contract was terminated.

Scouts from Newcastle, Arsenal, Liverpool, Southampton and Norwich watched 17-year-old Scotland youth defender Aaron Hickey play for Hearts against Rangers on Sunday.

Manchester City are frontrunners in the race for Hearts defender Aaron Hickey's signature.

New Rangers sporting director Ross Wilson will reportedly spearhead a move for Hearts defender Aaron Hickey.