Daniel Stendel will lead his Hearts side out for the first time on Saturday in front of an excited and hopeful home crowd against St Johnstone. The German faces the ideal opposition in St Johnstone. Tommy Wright’s Saints are bottom of the table. His first line-up will be an intriguing one, but with a number of players out injured or doubtful for the game his choices are limited. Will this be his starting XI…?
9. AM: Ryo Meshino
Was one of the better performers in the 1-0 defeat at Motherwell. Creative and dynamic. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
10. LW: Jamie Walker
His return to Tynecastle hasn't gone so well yet. With a lack of width a move back to the left where he gives the option to cut in could be beneficial. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group
11. ST: Uche Ikpeazu
With Conor Washington and likely Steven Naismith out, Uche Ikpeazu is the closest striker to one which will fit Stendel's style. Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group