Paulo Sergio’s Hearts talks reach critical stage

By The Newsroom
Published 5th Jun 2012, 13:00 BST
CONTRACT talks between Paulo Sergio and Hearts are at a critical stage as the Portuguese coach waits to learn whether he is to continue as manager at Tynecastle next season.

Sergio is remaining cautious but hopeful that his plans match those of the Hearts hierarchy and was last night awaiting key information relating to a possible new deal. “I am waiting for something from them. We will see what happens,” he said.

Hearts have an exclusive option to keep Sergio for another 12 months as part of the contract he signed with the Edinburgh club upon replacing Jim Jefferies last August. They are attempting to invoke that clause provided terms can be agreed.