Hearts announce signing of Portuguese forward Claudio Braga

Heart of Midlothian confirmed the purchase of Braga, 25, from Norwegian club Aalesunds FK for an undisclosed fee.  The player departs the Scandinavian side eight games into the OBOS-ligaen season, the country’s second tier, having scored three goals. Braga, who managed 9 in 29 appearances during the previous league campaign, can also play as both a left-winger and attacking midfielder. Derek McInnes, speaking to the Official Hearts Website said: “Claudio was one of our top targets so to be able to bring him in is fantastic. “What’s impressed me in my conversations with Claudio is his attitude and his determination to improve as a player and improve the team. “There is great potential there but also exceptional ability. He is a technically gifted player, he’s got a goalscoring pedigree but is also versatile and can play across the front. “This is an exciting signing and I have to thank the club for giving us the backing to make this deal happen, and I’m very much looking forward to welcoming Claudio to Hearts when we return for pre-season.”