Source: Team_Talk
Hearts new boy Elliott on a high
Hearts signing Stephen Elliott wants to make his "brilliant week" the turning point in his career after ending an unhappy spell at Preston.[LNB] The striker signed for Hearts on Monday before celebrating the birth of his fourth child the following day.[LNB]The Republic of Ireland international is now looking to hit the goal trail again as he links up with former Sunderland team-mate Kevin Kyle.[LNB]Elliott told Hearts News: "To be honest the last couple of years haven't been great and I haven't played as much as I would have liked.[LNB]"I found out about Hearts' interest a couple of weeks ago. I came up to have a look around and was impressed by the facilities and the manager.[LNB]"Kevin Kyle, who is a good friend of mine, had told me all about Jim Jefferies, and as soon as I met him I had a good impression of him.[LNB]"Hearts is a big club in Scotland and I'm really looking forward to getting my career going again here.[LNB]"I am feeling fit and can't wait to get out there and score goals again. The more training and more games I play, the better understanding I'll have with everyone."[LNB]Elliott could make his debut in the opening SPL weekend when Hearts host St Johnstone.[LNB]"It really has been a brilliant week for me after the birth of my daughter yesterday," the 26-year-old added.[LNB]"It's all been pretty hectic but I'm over the moon. I'll be back for training tomorrow and we'll wait and see what the manager decides for the game this weekend."
