Jonsson has played in a number of positions for Hearts

Hearts have suffered another early season injury blow, with Eggert Jonsson ruled out for six weeks out with a stomach injury.

The versatile Iceland international needs surgery after tearing a muscle during Sunday's 2-1 defeat by Rangers.

The 21-year-old was captaining the side in place of suspended duo Michael Stewart and Marius Zaliukas.

Striker Calum Elliot was hurt in the same game and and faces two months on the sidelines.

"This is not good news but what can we do?" manager Csaba Laszlo told the club website.

"He will be a miss for us but Eggert is a strong professional and he will work hard to get back as soon as he can.

"Injuries are part of football life and we do not have the luck with this at the moment."

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