Hearts have pulled off a massive coup in retaining the services of talented teenage striker James Wilson, who has agreed a new two-year contract at Tynecastle.
The 16-year old has been the subject of interest from top clubs in the English Premier League such as Leeds United, as well as Celtic and Rangers closer to home. The forward has visited the facilities of a number of teams south of the border, but has decided to commit his future to the Jambos, who he joined as a nine-year old.
Since then, Wilson has gone onto score goals for fun in the youth academy, helping the Under-18s reach the Scottish Youth Cup final last year. The teenager has also made strides on the international scene, and previously captained Scotland at U-16 level in the Victory Shield. Speaking to the Hearts' club website after penning his new deal, Wilson outlined his desire to continue his development with his boyhood club. He said: "I’m delighted. I’ve been here since I was nine and come through all the way to this point. I just want to kick on now and go even further.
