JJ Williams joins Hearts aiming to score at Tynecastle
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 4:58 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
American forward JJ Williams has signed a two-year deal with Hearts, completing a move from Rhode Island. Williams, who had a successful stint in the USL Championship with 30 goals over 79 appearances, expressed his excitement about playing at Tynecastle. He plans to immerse himself in the culture and history of the club. Williams is ineligible for the upcoming Conference League playoff against Rapid Vienna but is looking forward to his debut and has been dreaming of scoring in front of the fans.
- •JJ Williams signs a two-year deal with Hearts.
- •He previously played for Rhode Island, scoring 30 goals.
- •Williams is ineligible for the Conference League match against Rapid Vienna.
- •He expresses excitement about playing at Tynecastle in front of fans.
- •Williams aims to adapt and contribute to Hearts' ambitions.
- 4:58 PMYahoo Sports — Striker Williams 'dreams of scoring in front of Hearts fans'
"American forward JJ Williams says he has had sleepless nights as his Hearts protracted Hearts move concluded and is now dreaming of scoring at Tynecastle. Wouter Vrancken's club have boosted their striker options by signing the towering forward from Rhode Island on a two-year deal.
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