Found in the year of our Lord 1874, Heart of Midlothian, otherwise known as Hearts, have firmly planted their roots in the soil of Scotland. They invite challengers to meet their fate at Tynecastle Park, the field of battle in which they've conducted their games since those early days.
Arduously clocking in a combined market value of roughly £23m, this calculated figure of worth has been presented to us by none other than Transfermarkt. A handsome sum and no mistake.
Now let's dissect their regiment a little further. A hearty group of 31 lads, with a median age landing at the tender age of 27. Neither spring chickens nor long in the tooth, this assortment might just provide the right balance for Hearts to tackle the rigours of the game.
This season, Hearts have demonstrated their tenacity by dipping their toes into three separate bodies of water. In the Premiership, they've muscled their way to an impressive 2nd place standing. Furthermore, they've shown their mettle in the crucibles of the League Cup and the Scottish Cup, reaching the Second and Fourth Rounds respectively. The game, as they say, is afoot.
