DONALD PARK, the Hearts assistant coach, has issued a hands-off warning to clubs eyeing midfielder Paul Hartley. The 28-yearold has reportedly attracted the attention of Celtic.

Park said: "The chairman has said Paul is not for sale, and I should think so too. The last thing in the world we want is to lose Paul Hartley but, as far as I believe, there have not been any bids. They should be told 'no' anyway."

Meanwhile, Stephen Simmons is poised to sign a new contract.