Marius Zaliukas has signed a new deal which will keep him at Tynecastle until 31 December 2010.

The Lithuanian international defender has been a stalwart in central defence for Hearts, playing in 26 league and cup games this season. He joined Hearts in August 2006 and has made a total of 100 appearances.

The 25-year-old joins other Hearts young players such as Lee Wallace (21), Jamie MacDonald (22), Calum Elliot (22) and Jason Thomson (21) who have all recently signed new contracts as the club builds for the future.

On Hearts.TV today, Calum Elliot discusses his hopes for the future after signing his new contract.