We did manage to keep hold of manager Mark McGhee but our leader has failed(so far) in his attempts to strengthen the playing pool.
The squad should be confident following our third placed finish last year but they will surely know they lack sufficient numbers for further improvement.
Conversely, a small, tight-knit group could well be viewed as a positive thing.
The fans have been waiting for a headline grabbing move for a while and have been left disappointed.
But with the grand opening just a few days away, the support can now turn their attention to Tynecastle.
And everyone who clicks through the turnstiles at the away section will be full of optimism for another successful year.
With a difficult start on the pitch to go with our difficulties in recruiting players off it, the backing of the fans is needed more than ever.
Let's hope we can all cheer the boys to a crucial victory!
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