Heart of Midlothian defender Harry Milne will miss the remainder of the season after sustaining an anterior cruciate ligament injury, head coach Wouter Vrancken confirmed. Milne joins a growing list of absentees at the club, with fellow defenders Stuart Findlay and Christian Borchgrevink also facing extended time on the sidelines. Manager Derek Mc Innes returns from his June departure as Hearts prepare to face Rangers, aiming to close the four-point gap in the standings.
Despite the injury crisis, Vrancken remains focused on securing results, stating his squad will be unchanged for the visit of the Scottish giants. The Belgian coach expects playmaker Blair Spittal to return before Christmas, though midfielder Tom Renaud's return is uncertain. Hearts recently secured a 2-0 victory at Motherwell with a depleted roster, demonstrating resilience.
Vrancken emphasizes blocking out negativity and maintaining belief, focusing on what the players can control on the pitch to keep confidence high and chase positive results despite the ongoing challenges.
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