Devlin Leaves Hearts
Cammy Devlin departs Hearts as a free agent after five years, failing to agree on new contract terms
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Devlin recorded 12 assists during his Hearts spell, adding a playmaking dimension beyond his goals.
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He joined Hearts in August 2021 from Wellington Phoenix, beginning a five-year stay at Tynecastle.
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Rangers were among the clubs linked to Devlin with a potential reunion for him and his former Hearts boss Derek McInnes managing, fueling speculation about a move south.
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Devlin went to the World Cup with Australia but did not feature in any of their matches during the tournament.
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In addition to MLS interest from Real Salt Lake, there were reports of interest from Turkish clubs as Devlin’s future remained unresolved.
Cammy Devlin is leaving Heart of Midlothian after five years, with the Scottish club confirming the 28-year-old Australian midfielder missed a deadline to sign a new contract, according to Perth Now. Devlin made 176 appearances for Hearts, scoring eight goals and adding 12 assists before departing as a free agent.
The departure ends a spell that began when Devlin joined from Wellington Phoenix in August 2021. Hearts finished second in the Scottish Premiership this past season, pushing Celtic hard for the title. New Hearts manager Wouter Vrancken had hoped to keep Devlin, but Illawarra Mercury reported the decision ultimately rested with the player.
Five Years and 176 Games at Tynecastle
Devlin arrived at Tynecastle Park in August 2021 from New Zealand club Wellington Phoenix. Over five seasons he became a key figure in Hearts' midfield. His tally of 176 appearances, eight goals, and 12 assists shows just how important he was to the team, according to Maitland Mercury.
Hearts challenged Celtic for the Scottish Premiership title this season, finishing as runners-up. That strong campaign made Devlin's exit all the more surprising. New boss Vrancken had made keeping Devlin a priority, but contract talks broke down before a set deadline passed.
Rangers and MLS Clubs Circle the Free Agent
With Devlin now a free agent, transfer interest is coming from multiple directions. Real Salt Lake of Major League Soccer are among the front-runners to sign him, according to Perth Now. Turkish clubs have also reportedly made contact as Devlin weighs his next move.
Rangers have also been linked to the midfielder. The Scottish club are currently managed by Derek McInnes, who previously worked with Devlin at Hearts. That prior relationship has fueled speculation that Devlin could stay in Scotland, though no deal has been confirmed, per Singleton Argus.
World Cup Trip Overlapped with Hearts Exit Saga
Devlin's club future played out while he was away on international duty. He was part of the Australian Socceroos squad for the World Cup, though he did not feature in any of the team's matches during the tournament, according to Eastern Riverina Chronicle.
He returned from the tournament to find his Hearts future unresolved. The contract deadline passed without a deal, and the club then confirmed he would not be coming back. At 28, Devlin is at his peak years and has options in MLS, Turkey, and potentially Scotland.
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