THERE was Soapy bubble on the as Hearts and Rangers fans collided over John Souttar’s pre-contract deal at Ibrox.

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Jambos punters reckon it’s far from a clean break with the defender set to stay in Gorgie for the remainder of the season, while Gers supporters are hoping the player messes up Celtic’s title bid.

Unhappy Jambo Davy Cook, Restalrig, said: “Good luck Soapy, but disappointed you didn’t set your ambitions higher. You could have shown some loyalty to Hearts and still played in Europe next year, the grass is not always greener on the other side.”

Wullie Graham, Bristol, said: “I am bitterly disappointed. Hearts looked after and supported him for well over a year out of the game with serious Achilles and other injuries. After getting fit and playing, he jumps ship without a backward glance.

“I have no problem with him moving to better himself but he should have signed a new deal with Hearts on the understanding when a decent bid came in he would be allowed to leave.”

John Bruce emailed: “Why would Rangers pay Hearts £500,000 when they can get him for nothing in five months? Anyway, Hearts can keep him until they play Celtic. He’ll probably play a blinder, maybe even score, they’ll take points off them, then he’ll come to Rangers an instant hero.”

Bill Park, Bathgate, said: “Celtic fan John McAllister says Rangers sold their best player for £11million. Best players Ryan Kent, Joe Aribo, and Glen Kamara are still at Ibrox. Nathan Patterson was a good bit of business for Rangers, hopefully his replacement John Souttar will be coming soon.”

But Gordon Ashley, Ayr, said: “What a boost for