Sow desperate to seal contract at Tynecastle

Osman Sow insists he had “more to give” to Dundee United.

Now he wants to prove it by winning a deal at former club Hearts.

Sow was among a group of players freed by United this month, bringing to an end a disappointing, injury-hit spell at Tannadice.

The Swede scored just once in 16 appearances in tangerine, and spent three months of last season on loan at Kilmarnock.

But he believes he is now approaching full fitness – and his sights are set on a return to Tynecastle.

“I went to Kilmarnock and then I tore a ligament in my foot,” he told the Edinburgh Evening News.

“I was out for two months and when I (returned to fitness) there was only one month left on the loan.

“I went back to Dundee United and tried to revive my career there. In my second start, I ruptured my Achilles.

“It’s been difficult. I feel I had more to give to United and I could not get the chance, even though it was not down to me.

“I felt I never really got going because of injuries. I couldn’t really show United what I could do. I am happy they got promoted and I enjoyed my time at Tannadice.

“It’s a very good dressing room and I enjoy working with Robbie, so I am happy for them. It was Robbie who told me about (not getting a new) contract.

“If a club don’t want me, that’s fine and I move on. I believe in myself and I just need a little run without injuries now.”

He added: “I feel for Hearts because of what has happened. I really like the club and it is difficult for them just now but I am sure they will bounce back. Hearts is a good club.

“The fans at Tynecastle really took me to their hearts and I tried to give everything for them. I’m very thankful for the time I had at Hearts.

“If a trial or anything was to come up, I would be there waiting outside the dressing room with my boots. I really enjoyed my football with Hearts and I had a great time there.

“Football keeps moving and changing all the time. Right now, I’m getting into good shape. I’ve been doing a lot of training during the lockdown and I’m feeling really good.

“I’m back running now. I miss football and I want to get back playing regularly. In a month’s time, I will be good to go.

“I’m focused on my fitness and waiting on the world to be in a healthier place.”

Osman Sow had “more to give” Dundee United