Sander Kartum

The 29-year-old made the move to Tynecastle Park from Norway’s SK Brann in January 2025, Penning a two-and-a-half-year deal. 

Boasting top flight and European experience, Sander made a name for himself during an eight-year spell at Norwegian side Stjørdals-Bank, winning three promotions and three league titles as they ascended from the fourth tier to the second.

In 2021 he joined Kristiansund in Norway’s top flight and inspired them to a sixth place finish, missing out on fourth and a European spot by only three points.

Fellow Eliteserien side Brann came calling midway through the 2023 campaign, where he helped them to consecutive runners-up finishes in the league, with last season’s title evading them by three points.

His spell at the Brann Stadion produced regular appearances in European qualifiers, including a two-legged UEFA Conference League victory over St Mirren earlier this season.