Scottish clubs now know that a useful way to generate revenue is by promoting academy players, giving them a platform to shine and then possibly selling them on for a significant fee.
Clubs from the Ladbrokes Premiership right down the football league are willing to provide young talent with an opportunity, some clubs more than others. This past season has seen U21 players make up 13.4 per cent of minutes played, according to CIES Football Observatory.
Both Edinburgh teams have been known for producing precocious Scottish youngsters over the years. Click and scroll through to see how Hearts and Hibs compare to league rivals for minutes given to U21 players during the past campaign.
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