Rangers are tracking Hearts midfielder Cammy Devlin, a player recently singled out for praise by his manager Derek McInnes. The interest comes as McInnes himself emerges as a candidate for the Rangers job, raising the possibility that both could leave Tynecastle Park in the same window.
McInnes's praise and the Rangers link
McInnes has described Devlin as a key component of his midfield, citing the Australian's energy and pressing ability. Those attributes have caught Rangers' attention. The Ibrox side has been monitoring Devlin's performances, viewing him as a potential addition to their engine room.
The bigger twist, though, is McInnes. Rangers are said to be considering the Hearts boss as a managerial option. If McInnes does move to Ibrox, Devlin would be a natural target — a player the incoming manager already trusts and who fits the system he'd likely implement.
A potential double departure for Hearts
Losing Devlin would hurt. The 26-year-old has been a mainstay in Hearts' midfield, covering ground and breaking up play. His departure would leave a gap in the middle of the park that the club would need to fill quickly.
But losing both him and McInnes would be a bigger blow. Hearts would be without their coach and one of his most important players at the same time. That kind of double exit could force a broader reset — new manager, new system, new personnel.
The club's hierarchy is aware of the risk. Strategic planning is already under way, though no official moves have been made. Hearts will need to weigh the timing of any transfers against the possibility of a managerial change.
What's at stake for Hearts' midfield dynamics
Devlin's role in the current setup is clear. He's the disruptor, the player who wins second balls and sets the tempo. If he goes, Hearts lose that edge. The midfield would need a different kind of player to replace him — someone with similar aggression or a shift in tactical approach.
McInnes's potential departure adds another layer. His tactical identity is tied to a high-energy midfield. A new manager might not want to build the same way. That could mean a reshuffle even if Devlin stays.
The January window is approaching, and nothing is decided yet. But the connections between McInnes, Devlin, and Rangers create a web of uncertainty. Hearts must prepare for several outcomes: one where both stay, one where Devlin goes, and one where the manager leaves too.
