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Hearts confirm Alexander Schwolow's departure, sign Beau Reus

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Last updated Jul 17, 2026

Hearts confirm Alexander Schwolow's departure, sign Beau Reus
Summary

Heart of Midlothian has announced the departure of goalkeeper Alexander Schwolow to Mainz on August 1 after one season. Schwolow, who kept 15 clean sheets last season, requested the move to return to Germany. Dutch goalkeeper Beau Reus has been signed as his replacement on a three-year contract, having previously played for Beveren. With Craig Gordon retired and Liam McFarlane on loan to Partick Thistle, Hearts now have Ryan Fulton and Zander Clark as their other goalkeeping options under new head coach Wouter Vrancken.

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  • •Schwolow departs for Mainz after one season with Hearts.
  • •Reus joins Hearts from Beveren as a free agent.
  • •Schwolow made 33 appearances and kept 15 clean sheets.
  • •Craig Gordon has retired, affecting the goalkeeping lineup.
  • •Hearts aim to adjust their squad under new head coach Wouter Vrancken.
Latest Updates
  • 2:35 PMYahoo Sports — Hearts sign goalkeeper Reus as Schwolow departs
  • 2:24 PMBBC Football — Hearts sign goalkeeper Reus as Schwolow departs
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Heart of Midlothian announce the imminent departure of Alexander Schwolow and the arrival of a replacement goalkeeper, Beau Reus.

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Heart of Midlothian announce the imminent departure of Alexander Schwolow and the arrival of a replacement goalkeeper, Beau Reus.

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