Football Insider revealed earlier in June that Bournemouth midfielder Ben Winterburn is a target for Hearts this summer. Hearts are seeking to improve their squad after coming close to winning the Scottish Premiership title. Winterburn has played for his boyhood club's senior team seven times. He spent last season on loan in the English League Two with Barnet, and it is possible he will play at Tynecastle next season.

Scottish Premiership side Hearts are targeting Bournemouth centre-midfielder Ben Winterburn this summer. The 21-year-old, who is also capable of playing in defence, is in the final year of his contract at the Vitality Stadium. Winterburn, who spent the previous season on loan at Barnet, has been identified by Hearts as a promising talent. He is likely to be available for a low fee, which is in line with the club's strategy of recruiting from the English market. As Bournemouth has secured Europa League football for the 2026-27 season, first-team opportunities for younger players could be limited.