Hearts set for transfer crisis talks as Derek McInnes wants reinforcements after Shankland injury blowThe club are set to hold talks to ramp up their January plans after an injury crisis leaves them short of numbers for a crucial clash with CelticView 2 Images Lawrence Shankland goes off injured against Falkirk (Image: SNS Group)Derek McInnes is set to hold talks with Hearts sporting director Graeme Jones about accelerating transfer plans after their injury crisis ramped up a notch last night. ‌The title-chasing Jambos are sweating the fitness of captain Lawrence Shankland for this weekend's crucial match with Celtic after he went off in extra-time during their Scottish Cup exit against Falkirk. ‌And the boss admits he's set to hold talks with chief Jones about strengthening the squad this month. ‌On the injury situation facing the club, McInnes added: “Beni just felt his hamstring cramp up. Article continues belowView 2 Images Hearts manager Derek McInnes (Image: PA)“In general, it's just been a tough week.

Source: Express January 18, 2026 16:03 UTC