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Christophe Berra has admitted he is gutted after being told he is free to leave Hearts by Daniel Stendel.

The new Tynecastle gaffer hasn't wasted any time in making his mark at the club with Berra joining Glenn Whelan in being sent packing.

And the Hearts hero admits it was a devastating blow that he didn't see coming, particularly so soon after he was married.

The centre back revealed he was told on Sunday that he wouldn't be required by the German and it came just two days after his wedding.

He told the BBC he is "hurt and angry" following the shock development.

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Berra said: "It came out the blue.

"I just got married on Friday and then on Sunday I'm getting told I'm not involved any more.

"It did hurt, I'm not going to lie. I've done a lot for this club.

"I know it's football, I know how it works, but I don't think anyone represents the club better than me.

"It's one man's opinion. There are other ways to go about it but I'm not going to throw the toys out the pram."

Berra insists he's been left in the dark as to why the decision has been taken.

He continued: "I asked that question to the manager but haven't got a straightforward answer."

Stendel has already dispensed with midfielder Glenn Whelan after just 17 appearances.

The Republic of Ireland international signed a one-year deal during the summer but the new boss questioned his leadership qualities shortly after taking the job.