Heart of Midlothian have assembled a 33-man squad for the 2026 League One campaign under manager Wim Vrancken, with several players already out on loan. The Edinburgh side is chasing promotion back to the Championship with a mix of youth and experience across defence, midfield and attack.
Who’s in the Heart of Midlothian first team for 2026?
Goalkeepers sit at the top of the list. Benjamin Reus (25) leads the group, followed by Alexander Schwolow (28), Zackary Clark (30) and Ross Fulton. Liam McFarlane is currently on loan at Partick Thistle, while Harvey Stone has been sent to Ayr United for the season.
The defensive spine features centre-backs Cameron Borchgrevink (23), Steven Kingsley, Craig Halkett and Jack McCart. Right-backs Oli McEntee and Murray Fagan-Walcott are joined by Scott Findlay, Harry Milne and Mohamed Kamara. Aaron Forrester (19) provides depth in the backline.
Midfield options include Tommi Renaud, Josh McPake and Ben Spittal, with Tobias Magnusson, Jordan Altena and Stephen Kartum adding creativity. Callum Daly and Chris Nieuwenhof are also in the mix, though Nieuwenhof is on loan at Perth Glory. Ageu completes the midfield picture.
Up front, Cieran Miller (7) and Craig Braga (10) lead the attack, supported by players like Peter Kabore, Sofiane Guendouz and Yaw Yeboah Dhanda. Other forwards include Ernest Kabangu, Jamie Wilson, Stephen Kerjota and Riku Mato, with Alidu Basisi and Andreas Kyziridis rounding out the options. Kristoffer Vargas has been loaned to Kalamata.
Where are Heart of Midlothian’ loanees playing this season?
Heart of Midlothian have sent six players out on loan. Liam McFarlane is at Partick Thistle, Harvey Stone at Ayr United, and Chris Nieuwenhof at Perth Glory in Australia’s A-League. Kristoffer Vargas is in Greece with Kalamata, while Ageu’s loan destination isn’t specified in the latest squad list.
What’s Wim Vrancken’s role in shaping the squad?
Wim Vrancken remains the club’s manager heading into the 2026 League One season. His task is to blend the returning loanees with the core group and push for promotion back to the Championship. The Belgian boss has reshaped the squad with a blend of young talent and experienced heads, aiming for consistency across all competitions.
What’s next for Heart of Midlothian in League One?
Heart of Midlothian open their 2026 League One campaign with a run of fixtures that will test their depth and cohesion. The Edinburgh side must navigate a tight league while balancing cup commitments. With several loanees set to return and new faces likely to step up, the squad’s flexibility will be key to their push for a top-two finish and a quick return to the Championship.
