Hearts captain Mahatma Otoo will not renew his contract with the club when it expires at the end of the current campaign, Ghanasoccernet.com reveals.

The 21-year-old is on his way out of the club with many clubs abroad believed to have expressed interest in his signature.

English side Sunderland have expressed interest in the highly-rated striker while French giants Olympique Lyon are believed to be monitoring the situation.

The former Ghana Under-23 attacker has made it clear to officials of the capital-based club, he will not renew his contract when it expires at the end of the season.

Otoo, who recently earned his debut call-up into the Black Stars has been in blistering form for the Phobians this term where he has raked in 12 goals in all competition.