Celtic kid Alexander Walker has moved to Scottish Premiership rivals Hearts.
The 16-year-old has spent a long period in the Hoops youth system and played for the Under-18s side at Parkhead last season. The left-sided centre-back has penned a two-year deal with the capital club, in a move that bolsters the Jambos' ranks.
Academy Director Frankie McAvoy has expressed his delight at bringing the youngster on board after he spent the past few weeks training with the club. He's described the defender as great on the ball and with his both feet and says he is raring to go and grasp the opportunity presented to him with chances at Celtic not as prolific as hoped.
Speaking to Hearts' official website, McAvoy said: "He's great with both feet, good on the ball, and looking forward to grasping the opportunity to come to Hearts and progress.
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"His chances at Celtic weren't as fruitful as he hoped, so he's ready for this new challenge. He's trained with us for a few weeks now, and we're delighted to have him here permanently now."
A club statement read: "Our Under-18s have bolstered their ranks with the signing of Alexander Walker from Celtic.
"Alexander joins on a two year deal.
"A left-sided centre back, 16-year-old Alexander joins after a long spell in the Celtic Park youth system and turned out for the Hoops' 18s last season."
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