Dhanda moves to Dundee on loan
The attacking midfielder joined the Men in Maroon in summer 2024 from Ross County and has made 34 appearances, scoring two goals.
The move to Dens Park is subject to Scottish Football Association approval, but Hearts have wished the player every success during his time on Tayside.
PICTURE: Yan Dhanda is pictured in the middle of this training shot. Picture by Nigel Duncan
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