Hearts manager Craig Levein said he looks forward to Ryotaro Meshino joining the Scottish Premiership side.

Meshino, who signed for Manchester City from Gamba Osaka on deadline day, has been linked with a loan move to four-time Scottish league champion until he is eligible for a work permit in England. Both clubs are believed to have agreed on a loan deal and the transfer will be completed pending the outcome of the work visa hearing on 16 August.

The 21-year-old does not fulfill the condition of having played “75% of international appearances”, though there is a possibility he can qualify for a visa as an “exceptional talent”.

Amidst reports about the arrival of Meshino, Levein said, “He’s an outstanding and talented young player, so I’m very much looking forward to it.”

“We’ve been talking to Manchester City lately about it. Having him come on loan from England can help him adapt to the British environment. As for how long he will be here, I do not know.”

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