Hearts predicted XI vs Sturm Graz: Four new signings and possible captain for Champions League clash

Here’s who we think could start for Hearts in the Champions League vs Sturm Graz.

The Wouter Vrancken era at Hearts kicks off properly on Tuesday night when the Jambos face Sturm Graz in Champions League second round qualifying action.

A first leg in Austria takes place on July 21 and the second is a week later at Tynecastle. Vrancken has been putting his side through their paces via a variety of pre-season friendlies and has named a 22-man squad for the first game of his Gorgie tenure.

Changes could be made up until Monday night in terms of his team but the head coach may already have an idea of who’s starting his first match as Hearts leader. Here’s who we think will take to the field against Sturm Graz including four new signings and a possible captaincy choice.

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