Hearts are building a formidable squad.
They have numerous injury issues, yet have continued to collect points.
A few slack minutes in a small number of matches have cost Hearts the points needed to mount a serious challenge to Celtic and Rangers.
The squad will be strengthened next month.
Even with John Souttar leaving, the challenge to the Old Firm can be stronger, more sustained next season.
However, off the pitch changes MUST be implemented in 2022 to permanently end the duopoly that has strangled Scottish football for 37 seasons.
Time for Change.
Scottish Football Matters 