Source: Team_Talk
Jefferies tips Taouil to shine
Manager Jim Jefferies has backed Mehdi Taouil to be a hit at Hearts after he became the club's fourth signing of the summer on Tuesday.[LNB] The 28-year-old attacking midfielder penned a three-year deal after successfully coming through a medical on Monday.[LNB]Taouil was a free agent after his contract at Scottish Premier League rivals Kilmarnock expired at the end of last season.[LNB]Jefferies brought the Moroccan to Rugby Park in 2007 during his spell as Killie boss and expects the player to make an impact with the Jambos.[LNB]He told Hearts News: "Hearts supporters like to see special talent and he has that in his locker.[LNB]"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.[LNB]"He is something a little different to what we have and I'm confident he will be a good addition to the squad."[LNB]According to Hearts, Taouil had other offers on the table and Jefferies added: "He had a few options to join other clubs but I'm delighted to have got him.[LNB]"He is strong, a good passer of the ball and can hold it up well for others.[LNB]"He can also bring us something going forward from midfield and it is good to have that sometimes."[LNB]Jefferies has also recruited John Sutton, Jamie Hamill and Danny Grainger ahead of the new campaign.
