They’ve both gone shopping here before - so could Hearts and Hibs head back to Australia for talent?
Some of the regulars in Steven Naismith’s arrived from down under, and are now Australian internationals. Kye Rowles, Cammy Devlin, Nathaniel Atkinson and Calem Nieuwenhof all arrived from the A-League, while Hibs are no stranger to that market either.
Boss Nick Montgomery was brought in from Central Coast Mariners, with Lewis Miller, Nectar Triantis and Adam Le Fondre all arriving in Edinburgh with recent experience in that division. The summer window is nigh and clubs across Scotland will be looking to maximise their budgets.
Hibs have signed someone from the A-League in the last two summer windows while Hearts have done so in the last three.
With the English game growing lucrative, Australia has proven a reliable place to accrue talent who can make a sustained impact. Looking at a range of factors and positions, here are 17 A-League stars who could be good fits for Hearts and Hibs in the summer if they decided to continue their transfer trend.
5. Bozhidar Kraev (Wellington Phoenix)
Attacking midfielder capable of playing on the flanks. Six goals and two assists this season. Seasoned Bulgarian international with European experience built at Midtjylland. | Getty Images
6. Curtis Good (L) (Melbourne City)
Central defender just signed a new deal until 2026 so would need a fee. Touted as someone who could join Kye Rowles in the centre of Australia's defence. | Getty Images
7. Joel King (Sydney FC)
Left-back could be an area of need for both sides, especially Hibs. 23-year-old who's impressed back in Australia after a move to Odense for six figures didn't quite work. Would require a fee. | Getty Images
8. Zach Clough (Adelaide United)
The attacking midfielder started the 2023/24 season on fire by scoring at a goal or having an assist in eight consecutive games – a club record. Recently signed a new deal though until 2026 and would have to decide whether or not he'd like another crack on the UK scene. | Getty Images