Robbie Neilson has left Dundee United to return to HeartsHearts have confirmed the appointment of former manager Robbie Neilson on a three-year contract after they agreed a compensation package with Dundee United. Neilson returns to Tynecastle for his second spell in charge after guiding Dundee United to the Championship title last season following the curtailment of Scottish football due to the coronavirus crisis. "Finally, I'd like to say thank you to Dundee United for the opportunity they gave me two years ago. Neilson guided Dundee United to the Championship title last seasonAsghar said: "I can confirm that I was called today by Ann Budge seeking permission to speak with Robbie Neilson to become Hearts' new head coach. Neilson was sacked by MK Dons in January 2018Neilson started his playing career at Hearts, winning the Scottish Cup in 2006, before spells at Leicester and Dundee United.

Source: Sky sports June 21, 2020 18:37 UTC