Hearts exit confirmed as Jambos cash in on Aaron McEneff with 'good deal' financially for club

Aaron McEneff has confirmed his Hearts exit, joining A-League side Perth Glory in what is a 'good deal' financially for the Jambos.

The attack-minded midfielder joined from Shamrock Rovers in early 2021 and formed part of squads that first won the Championship then clinched European football upon returning to the Premiership last season. McEneff made 36 appearances in a Hearts shirt, scoring five goals. All the terms have been agreed for his exit and the move is subject to visa approval and international clearance.

Sporting director Joe Savage said: “In financial terms, the transfer is a good deal for the club and I’ve no doubt that Aaron will make an impact in the A-League. He’s a great lad who has made some important contributions on the pitch over the past 18 months, so we thank him for all of his efforts at Hearts and we wish him and his young family all of the best in Australia.”

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Hearts manager Robbie Neilson added: “Aaron indicated his desire to move on if he couldn’t get more game time.

“We have a compact squad but it’s laden with quality and nobody is guaranteed playing time, so when this transfer came up it made sense for everyone.

“Aaron has played an important part in our journey back to the top of Scottish football and he goes to Australia with our best wishes.”