Robert Snodgrass has opened up on his decision to sign for Hearts as he revealed he knocked back offers from down south to make the move to the capital.
The former Norwich City, West Ham and West Brom star has put to pen to paper on a one-year deal with Robbie Neilson's side as he adds experience and quality to the Tynecastle ranks. The Gorgie club face playing domestic and European games in a busy fixture load and the 34-year-old will boost the squad numbers ahead of that run.
Zander Clark has also arrived on a free transfer in recent days as Hearts continue to exploit the free agent market - a similar route they took when they landed Barrie McKay. Snodgrass says the 'tradition' of the club stood out to him and he felt a connection which made him decide it was the right place to sign and continue his football.
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He told Hearts TV: “It’s great. Whenever I’ve gotten a flight to come back, it’s been just to visit people. To be here with a new club is exciting. I’m pleased to get it done, and I’m looking forward to getting started again
“I want to hit the ground running and get myself up to speed. I’ve had about five or six offers in Scotland. I talked to everybody, and the tradition of Hearts stood out. It’s a great club and has been like that for many years.
“It’s been one of the main forces in Scottish football for a long time. It’s one where I spoke to Robbie, I knew Steven Naismith, and a lot of the players already. It was a case of assessing the options and choosing the one I felt I had a connection with. I couldn’t wait to get it done and get going.
“I had options down south, but the manager was straight with me and to the point which I liked. There’s been a lot of fantastic players at Hearts over the years. I’m glad that I’m here and I’m glad that I’m getting myself back and ready for a new challenge.”
He added: “My positions have changed over the years, but I’ve always scored and created goals wherever I’ve been. When you get into your thirties, manager’s will ask you to play different positions. I’ve played some of my best football as a number ten.
“Listen, I’m all about the team though. The team always comes first. If I can help in anyway, I will. Even if I’m playing or not playing. I’ve been building up the process of getting myself fit and getting myself ready.”
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