Robbie Neilson still keen to add to Hearts squad

HEARTS HEAD coach Robbie Neilson admits he is seeking to bolster his defence by recruiting a ninth summer signing.
Robbie Neilson hopes to bring in some new faces. Picture: Ian GeorgesonRobbie Neilson hopes to bring in some new faces. Picture: Ian Georgeson
Robbie Neilson hopes to bring in some new faces. Picture: Ian Georgeson

The former club captain had recently indicated that he was not actively searching for 
any more fresh faces.

But with right-back Callum Paterson out for two months after undergoing surgery to repair knee ligament damage that he sustained in the recent Petrofac Training Cup win over Annan, Neilson admits is he is keen to enhance his options at the back.

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Neilson, who deployed both Jordan McGhee and Brad McKay at right-back during Sunday’s opening Championship win at Rangers, said: “I’d like to try and get somebody in defensively just to give us more numbers in that department. Obviously, Callum is out and we’re a wee bit short so we’re going to need somebody just to tide us over for a bit.

“If something comes up and I think it would add to our squad, then I’ll go and have a look.

“If we need to bring someone in, then we will. I’m always on the lookout for players being made available.

“I’ve got Brad McKay and Jordan McGhee who can play right full-back but we do need cover at the back.

“I’m happy with the squad to be honest. If we don’t get anybody in then I’m not too bothered, but it’s always important that we keep trying to improve.”