In
Ross Stewart (gk) Livingston; Josh Ginnelly (mid) Preston North End; Alex Cochrane (def) Brighton & Hove Albion (loan)
Out
Craig Wighton (att) Dunfemline Athletic; Christophe Berra (def) Raith Rovers; Harry Cochrane (mid) released; Colin Doyle (gk) Kilmarnock; Elliott Frear (mid) Bath City; Olly Lee (mid) Gillingham; Lewis Moore (mid) Queens Park; Aidy White (def) released; Zdenek Zlamal (gk) released.
Target
Top 6. Although this could be considered a season of consolidation for Hearts, with their strong squad and decent budget, they can aim to get straight into the top 6.