Hearts saddened after former scout John Harvey passes away

Tynecastle club issued a statement confirming the news…

By Barry Anderson · Edinburgh Evening News

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 2:29 PM

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Heart of Midlothian have confirmed the passing of former scout and kitman John Harvey.
Harvey worked as an opposition scout under former Hearts manager Jim Jefferies during the 1990s.
He later served in the Tynecastle kitroom and helped behind the scenes.

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Heart of Midlothian have announced the passing of former scout and kitman John Harvey. A well-known figure around Tynecastle Park and the club's Riccarton training base, Harvey served the Edinburgh club in multiple capacities during the 1990s.

Harvey, who was the son of former Hearts player and manager John Harvey, worked as an opposition scout during Jim Jefferies' managerial tenure before transitioning to a role in the kitroom. Hearts released an official statement extending their thoughts to his family and friends.

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Hearts saddened after former scout John Harvey passes away

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