Heart of Midlothian defender Ismael Bouzid is welcoming interest from other clubs as he enjoys some career-best form in Scotland.

The 27-year old French-born centre-half recently received a call-up to the Algerian national team after some brilliant form during Hearts' run of 10 wins in 11 games in the league, sparking plenty of interest from outside Edinburgh.

And he has welcomed the curiosity, indicating that he may be on his way out of Tynecastle in the near future.

"I have had a good season and it makes me happy there is interest from other clubs," he said.

"I am free at the end of the season and if there is a serious proposal put to me this winter, I will talk to them. It is my responsibility to do that. But I have not yet received a concrete offer."