Sculpted in the heart of Edinburgh, Heart of Midlothian Football Club came into existence in 1874. This footy institution lays its hat on the hallowed turf of Tynecastle Park, an architectural marvel that has graciously been its home since its inception. The brick laden charm tucked away in the Gorgie area has stood the test of time, much like the club it shelters.
Upon analysing the team’s worth, it would seem that the Hearts are currently not doing too badly for themselves. A cheeky little valuation of their current squad tips the scales at a none too shabby fourteen million quid, courtesy of Transfermarkt. A far cry from pocket change, if you ask me.
The team is composed of a gathering of 22 players, none of whom are spring chickens by any stretch of the imagination, their average age rolling in at 28. The club’s recruitment strategy seems to be focused on experience rather than youthful exuberance, something that might well be paying dividends.
As for their exploits on the pitch this season, the Jambos have thus far dipped their toes into a pair of different tournament waters. On the domestic side of things, their prowess has been amply demonstrated, finding themselves perched regally atop of the Scottish Premiership. In the League Cup, they’ve managed to make it as far as the second round before presumably meeting an unmentioned adversary, proving that they’ve got at least a smidgen of bite to accompany their bark.
