Robbie Neilson is convinced that Tony Watt’s goal against Partick Thistle on Saturday will be the first of many.
The on loan Charlton striker has been slow out of the blocks since moving to Edinburgh but Neilson has never doubted the ability of the former Celt.
Saturday’s win edges Hearts into third place ahead of the international break with the Tynecastle boss looking for more of the same from his on loan striker.
“We were desperate for Tony to get a goal,” Neilson admitted. “ That was the reason I kept him on, a player of that calibre you keep him on the pitch to try and get you something.
“The movement, the take and the hit for the goal is top drawer but he has to keep working hard. He’s come in and taken to the group really well.
“He’s a player who just loves playing football, so that’s what we try and do. We try and keep him on the training pitch, playing and doing the things he enjoys.
“You can see the quality he brings. He can change a game for you in the space of half a second.”
Hearts have had a slow start to the season with Neilson coming under pressure after being knocked out of the Europa League and Betfred Cup in the early stages.
After a tricky start to the season against Celtic and Aberdeen back-to-back wins over Inverness Caley Thistle and Thistle have eased the pressure over the club.
September’s fixtures against Hamilton, St Johnstone and Ross County should give them a chance to pick up more points- and for Watt to get among the goals.