Jim Jefferies has added Mehdi Taouil to his summer signings to join John Sutton, Jamie Hamill and Danny Grainger ahead of the new season. Jefferies knows all about the Morrocan as he brought him to Rugby Park in 2007. The attacking midfielder signed a three-year deal after coming through a medical on Monday. Taouil was a free agent after his deal at Kilmarnock expired at the end of last season. Jefferies expects Taouil to make an impact with the Jambos when the season starts.
He said: "Hearts supporters like to see special talent and he has that in his locker. It is a step up to a big club for him but if we can get him playing at his best, he is someone the fans will appreciate. He is something a little different to what we have and I'm confident he will be a good addition to the squad. He had a few options to join other clubs but I'm delighted to have got him. He is strong, a good passer of the ball and can hold it up well for others. He can also bring us something going forward from midfield and it is good to have that sometimes."