HEARTS have signed Stephen Humphrys on from Wigan.
The striker, 24, joins the Jambos on a season-long loan.
Hearts have been left short of options due to a significant amount of injuries.
Liam Boyce is scheduled to be out for the entire season, so Robbie Neilson has moved to secure the services of Humphrys for the campaign ahead.
Neilson said: “It’s no secret that we’ve been looking at strengthening our forward area after Liam Boyce’s injury, and I’m delighted that we’ve managed to do so by bringing Stephen in.
“He’ll bring a big presence up top and a lot of experience despite only being 24-years-old.
📝 We're delighted to announce that Stephen Humphrys has signed for Heart of Midlothian
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“His goals earned him a move to Wigan and we’re confident that he can continue to find the back of the net up here as we gear up for a busy period of domestic and European football.”
Sporting Director Joe Savage said: “We’ve been aware of Stephen for a while thanks to the sterling job our recruitment team do in identifying talent.
“Because of this, we were able to move quickly to bring him in and we’re very happy to be able to call Stephen a Hearts player.
“I’d like to thank Stephen’s agent and Wigan Athletic for helping to facilitate the deal, and, once again, our board for their backing during this crucial time.”
