Robbie Neilson has explained the reason behind Kye Rowles' delayed arrival at Hearts.
The summer recruit was given extra time off after his exploits with the Australia national team as they secured a spot at the World Cup Finals in Qatar later this year following a penalty shootout win over Peru in the play-off final. Hearts team-mate Nathanial Atkinson was also afforded the same period off after also playing a starring role for the Socceroos.
The former Central Coast Mariners stopper was due to arrive at Riccarton last Thursday for his first day with the Jambos back from their pre-season warm-weather camp in Spain as they continue preparations for a massive season ahead, but he was unable to make the trip due to a delay with his work visa. Neilson is hoping to welcome the defender this week with the documentation just needing to arrive with everything already authorised.
