Hearts and Jamestown Analytics are shortchanging fans as mitigating circumstances don’t excuse everything

Scott Burns argues that Hearts and Jamestown's analytical recruitment model are failing to deliver for supporters following a disappointing European display. Hearts suffered a Conference League defeat against Swiss Super League side Thun at the Visana Stadium, leaving manager Wouter Vrancken's team with just one point from three group matches ahead of facing Monaco.

Burns notes that despite nearly £8 million spent on the squad, few summer signings have impressed in Scotland's unique football environment. While free transfers like Josh McPake and Beau Reus have looked positive, the writer contends Jamestown analytics may need to adjust data models specifically for the demands of the Scottish Premiership.