Hearts have recruited successfully of late, setting up a strong season that will land them an impressive third place finish this season.
Strolling down memory lane, there have been plenty of transfer misses down the years, be it through incomings or players who just haven’t lived up to the hype.
It’s the nature of the game, and it’s impossible for transfer bosses and academy chiefs to select right every time. With that in mind, we have taken a look at some of the Hearts players to fit this bracket over the years. Join us below as we take you through the 25 players.
17. Glenn Whelan
Signed in the summer and let go in January after it became apparent the former EPL player didn't really want to be here. Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group
18. Loic Damour
Malaury Martin but in defensive-midfielder form. Was at the club for two more years after he stopped appearing in the first team due to the four-year deal handed to him. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
19. Marcel Langer
Brought in by Daniel Stendel after previously working with the player. Never looked the required standard. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
20. Ryotaro Meshino
Signed by Manchester City and immediately loaned to Hearts, the Japanese attacker was supposed to be the next big thing. He showed some flashes but largely struggled to make an impact. Photo: Craig Foy - SNS Group