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Martin O’Neill insists Hearts can win the title as Celtic boss backs key aspect of Tony Bloom’s ten year plan

The Tynecastle investor admitted this week he'd be 'disappointed' if the jambos weren't champions within a decade an O'Neill thinks it could happen

By Ryan McDonald · Daily Record

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 9:30 PM

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Martin O'Neill believes Hearts are genuine contenders capable of winning the Scottish Premiership title.
Hearts narrowly missed out on their first league title since 1960 on the final day last season.
Brighton chief Tony Bloom previously outlined a 10-year plan for Hearts after investing £10 million.

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Celtic manager Martin O'Neill believes Hearts are capable of winning the Scottish Premiership title in the near future. Speaking ahead of their clash at Parkhead, O'Neill praised the Edinburgh club's recruitment and resilience after Hearts came within minutes of clinching the league crown last season before Celtic claimed the title.

Despite losing manager Derek McInnes and striker Lawrence Shankland to Rangers in the summer, Hearts sit third in the league under new boss Wouter Vrancken. O'Neill noted that Tony Bloom's investment and data-driven recruitment system have made Hearts genuine contenders against the Old Firm.

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Martin O’Neill insists Hearts can win the title as Celtic boss backs key aspect of Tony Bloom’s ten year plan

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