Hearts set to announce the signing of Brazilian defender

Accra Hearts of Oak are close to sealing a deal with Brazilian defender Vinicius Lozano Silva.

A close source in Hearts of Oak told Pulse sports that the player arrived on Wednesday and has signed a pre-contract with the club.

“The Brazilian defender arrived in Accra on Wednesday, having completed his medical and signed a pre-contract.

“However, we are yet to conclude his personal terms,” the source told Pulse sports.

The 19-year-old defender currently plays on loan for Coritiba in the Brazilian Serie A.

Silva will be eligible to play for Hearts of Oak next season when all necessary paper works are completed.

Meanwhile there are reports that the current Hearts of Oak will offload 14 regular players including the skipper of the side Robin Gnagne.