Hearts boss Robbie Neilson insists he will not rush Garang Kuol's development and admits it will 'take time' for the Newcastle United loanee to become a regular starter. The former A-League wonderkid has so far made just one start for the Scottish Premiership since joining on loan in January.
Newcastle confirmed the signing of Kuol in September last year, and the young forward went on to earn a wildcard pick in the World Cup squad for Australia. The 18-year-old came off the bench twice for the Socceroos in Qatar, and then made a handful of appearances for Central Coast Mariners before making the move to St James' Park.
The Magpies fielded loan enquiries from a number of clubs for the January signing, with the teenager himself ultimately deciding to swap Tyneside for Tynecastle. Kuol made his full debut against Rangers earlier this month, with three further appearances coming as a substitute.
