Hearts sign Valerenga captain Borchgrevink for summer

Hearts have officially announced the signing of Christian Borchgrevink, the captain of Valerenga, who will join the club when the summer transfer window opens in June. The 25-year-old right-back has signed a three-year contract for an undisclosed fee and is noted for his strong performance with 125 appearances, nine goals, and 27 assists. Head coach Neil Critchley expressed excitement about adding Borchgrevink to the squad, praising his athleticism, leadership, and proven pedigree in Norwegian football. Borchgrevink played a key role in Valerenga's promotion back to the Eliteserien and has experience in European competitions. This signing marks an early start in Hearts' recruitment strategy, aided by their partnership with data-driven recruitment firm Jamestown Analytics. Borchgrevink will continue to represent Valerenga until his move is finalized in June.