Hearts seal loan deal for Preston winger Josh Ginnelly

The 23-year-old becomes Robbie Neilson's fifth signing of the summer.

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Hearts have completed the signing of Preston winger Josh Ginnelly on a season-long loan deal.

The 23-year-old, who came through the ranks at Aston Villa, becomes Robbie Neilson’s fifth signing of the summer.

On Tuesday, the Tynecastle boss confirmed he was looking to add players as he prepares for the beginning of the Championship next month.

Of Ginnelly, Neilson said: “We’re looking to add pace to the team and he’ll certainly bring that.”

The player has also had spells at Shrewsbury, Burnley and Walsall.

He most recently played for Bristol Rovers during the second half of last season.

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