The Scottish Premiership welcomes players from all over the world, and while so go on to become world-class stars, others fail to live up to the expectation previously set for them. Playing on the Scottish shores can be a completely different kettle of fish than anywhere else with current Hearts’ star Calem Nieuwenhof recently detailing how much more physical the play is here compared to his home down under.
Many who have signed for the Jambos have gone on to shine under these conditions but there are even more who have struggled with this skill set and failed to impress when their boss required. This does not, of course, mean the upcoming list of players who didn’t work out at Hearts are bad players. In fact, in most cases it is far from it. But Gorgie has not worked out for everyone, for whatever reason, and here are 25 of those such players who couldn’t quite get it together for the Jambos.
1. Paul McCallum
Due to sanctions placed on the club in administration they could add only one player in the 2014 January window. McCallum, brought in on loan from West Ham United, did not prove to be the right man for the job. Photo: SNS Group Sammy Turner
2. Soufian El Hassnaoui
Was seen as a marquee signing for the Championship season but struggled with injury and didn't look particularly suited to Scottish football when he did play. Photo: SNS Group Craig Foy
3. Kenny Anderson
Scored on his debut against Livingston but it became quickly apparent the Dutchman wasn't up to the task. Photo: SNS Group Rob Casey
4. Juwon Oshaniwa
An all-timer. The Nigerian's arrival was much anticipated, seeing as he'd played against Lionel Messi at a World Cup. He played regularly his first season but didn't impress at all and was soon frozen out. Photo: SNS Group Craig Williamson