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Yahoo
7 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Hearts and Aberdeen braced for transfer tussle as Premiership rivals eye Iraq winger
Stromsgodset winger Marko Farji is on Hearts' transfer radar - with Scottish Premiership rivals Aberdeen also showing interest. The Jambos are looking to strengthen their attacking options under new boss Derek McInnes and Record Sport revealed they were in for Claudio Braga, while Islam Chesnokov is another who looks set for Gorgie. Advertisement Farji has turned out for his club 11 times so far this term and despite their struggles - sit 14th in the Norwegian Eliteserien with just two wins from nine - the playmaker has seven goals and three assists in all competitions. READ MORE: Uchenna Ogundu wanted by Hearts as part of triple transfer blitz as striker flagged up by analytics READ MORE: Livingston boss' dream summer camp instantly granted by club owner Fellow target Braga also plies his trade in Norway in the second division with Aaelsund which appears to signal a desire from the recruitment staff to venture into new territories. Farji, who has been capped twice for Iraq, is under contract with Stromsgodset until 2026 and a six-figure fee would likely be enough to get a deal done. Advertisement Record Sport understands any move could hinge on other transfer options on the Hearts shortlist. The creative talent is versatile and while he most often operates as a left-winger, he can also play in an attacking midfield position or on the right-flank. With Daniel Arzani's future still up in the air amid interest from Tynecastle, the Australian has suitors in Asia and across Europe so Farji could be an alternative to the ex-Celtic man. It comes as they continue to push for a deal for Stuart Findlay at the back as well as Uchenna Ogundu up top.
BBC News
a day ago
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- BBC News
Hearts chase striker Ogundu
Nigerian striker Uchenna Ogundu is a transfer target for Hearts but the 19-year-old who played in the Turkish second-tier with Sanliurfaspor last season is attracting interest from all over Europe. (Edinburgh Evening News), externalRead the rest of Thursday's Scottish gossip.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Hearts ‘make transfer offer' for Nigerian striker, 19, amid Lawrence Shankland exit rumours
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HEARTS have made an offer for a Nigerian teenage striking sensation, a report suggests. Derek McInnes is keen to add centre-forwards to his squad ahead of the new season, with the increasing likelihood that Lawrence Shankland could be leaving Tynecastle. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Derek McInnes is eyeing up some reinformcements for the new season Credit: SNS 2 Uchenna Ogundu is only 19 but Jamestown Analytics have been tracking him Credit: Uchenna Ogundu SunSport understands the Scotland cap has remained in talks with the Jambos about a possible contract extension but with interest from West Brom and Saudi Arabia, it will take a lot to tempt him to stay in Edinburgh. It's being reported that Hearts have put forward an offer to sign Uchenna Ogundu from Turkish second-tier side Sanliurfaspor. The Edinburgh Evening News claims the 19-year-old is wanted by a host of clubs across Europe, both on the continent and in the UK. Hull City, Sturm Graz, Fortuna Sittard and Gornik Zabrze have all been mentioned as interested parties. Turkish giants Fenerbahce and fellow Super Lig outfit Samsunspor have also been credited with interest. It's claimed that Fenerbahce would view him as more of a project and could potentially let the player leave on loan, keeping the door open for a move to Hearts. Ogundu has two years remaining on his contract at Sanliurfaspor. The same outlet also reported that the Jambos are in talks with Portuguese striker Claudio Braga. He could cost around in excess of £400,000 from Norwegian second-tier side Aalesund FK. Ogundu moved to Turkey last August from Diamond Academy in his native Nigeria. Robbie Neilson Released by Rangers, finding a home at Hearts, and splitting the Old Firm He scoring six goals and provided two assists in 19 appearances for Sanliurfaspor after making his debut in January. The Jambos' recruitment partner Jamestown Analytics have reportedly been monitoring the striker for some time. Ogundu stands at 6ft 2in tall and can also play as a right winger. SunSport also understands McInnes is close to completing a deal for trusted defender Stuart Findlay. The big centre-back started his career at Celtic as a youngster before heading down south to join Newcastle in 2016 - after loan spells at Morton, Dumbarton and Kilmarnock. He then became a key player under McInnes over the last two years. Hearts have already pushed through the signings of Norwegian right-back Christian Borchgrevink, Greek wide man Alexandros Kyziridis and Irish midfielder Oisin McEntee, whilst making Belgian striker Elton Kabangu's loan a permanent transfer. Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
Daily Record
2 days ago
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- Daily Record
Uchenna Ogundu wanted by Hearts as part of triple transfer blitz as striker flagged up by analytics
The Sanliurfaspor teenager, 19, is the subject of an offer from the Jambos Hearts are looking to land Nigerian striker Uchenna Ogundu. The Jambos have pitched to land the teenager from Sanliurfaspor. The Turkish second-tier club are prepared to let their prize asset go for a small fee but are looking for a large sell-on. The 19-year-old has been flagged up by analytics with Derek McInnes and his scouting team doing a lot of additional work on him. Ogundu pitched in with six goals and two assists in his breakthrough season with Sanliurfaspor. He can also play wide on the right but his main attributes are his pace, strength and an eye for goal. Ogunda only moved to Turkey from the Diamond Academy in his homeland last August. He initially joined just after fellow experienced countryman Olaneaju Kayode. Kayode quickly won a move and Ogunda got the chance to step up and replace him, making his senior debut in January. Since then he and his career haven't looked back. Hearts are also looking to close the transfer of fellow Claudio Braga from Norwegian side Aalesund. A fee has been agreed and the deal should be finalised to allow the 25-year-old to join Hearts for pre-season. Hearts are close to finalising the move for McInnes to team up with the big defender who impressed under him when he was on-loan at Kilmarnock. Hearts are also hitting brick walls in their pursuit of another winger. Out-of-contract Melbourne Victory star Daniel Arzani is a target but the former Celtic player is now considering a number of European options, which could offer Champions League football. Kazakhstan international Islam Chesnokov is another who is on the wanted list but Hearts have been struggling to agree a fee with his side, FC Tobol, in this window. Hearts have already signed Elton Kabangu, Christian Borchgrevink, Oison McEntee and Alexanderos Kyzirdis.
