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Craig Halkett sets Hearts Champions League return target as he offers injury return update

The big defender has been out since May after suffering an Achilles injury but has reached a recovery milestone as rehab ramps up

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 7:44 AM
Craig Halkett sets Hearts Champions League return target as he offers injury return update
Key Things to Know
  • Craig Halkett is targeting Champions League qualification with Hearts over the next couple of seasons.
  • The 31-year-old defender is recovering from a ruptured Achilles and hopes to return by the New Year.
  • Halkett confirmed his rehab is progressing well after starting to run outside five months post-surgery.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Hearts defender Craig Halkett has set his sights on helping the club qualify for the Champions League over the next couple of seasons. Speaking during television coverage of Hearts' 1-1 Conference League draw against Nordsjaelland, the 31-year-old expressed confidence in the squad's long-term direction following their near-miss in the Scottish Premiership title race last term.

Halkett also provided an encouraging update regarding his recovery from a ruptured Achilles suffered late last season. Having recently returned to running five months post-surgery, the centre-back is targeting a return to full first-team action around the New Year under manager Wouter Vrancken.

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