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.
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