Though there’s no doubt there have been a few missteps when it’s come to Hearts hunting for talent further abroad than the British Isles – nobody ever speak the name David Vanecek again – some of the most important players in the club’s recent history have come from outwith these shores.
Not everyone on this list was universally beloved, with at least two or three splitting opinion for the majority of their Tynecastle tenures, but with a sprinkling of cup-winning, modern-day legends we’re sure you’ll all agree it’s a strong top 10.
For those wondering whether Alan Maybury should be in the mix, the list does not include Irish players.
3. Gilles Rousset
Another cup-winning hero, the Frenchman made just as many appearances as Flogel with 164. Photo: SNS Group
4. Eggert Jonsson
Missed out on a trophy due to being sold during the 2011/12 campaign, though the versatile Icelandic international made 154 appearances in total. Photo: Ross Brownlee