Hearts boss Jim Jefferies has been handed a boost ahead of Sunday's trip to Tannadice after Suso's return to training.

The winger came through yesterday's session at Tynecastle with flying colours and is contention for the crucial clash against Dundee United.

The Spanish ace scored his third goal of the Clydesdale Bank Premier League campaign in the recent victory over Falkirk and his return to fitness following a thigh problem sustained in that match is a welcome lift for JJ.

The manager's options for the weekend have been severely limited by a string of injuries to key players and he told Hearts News Today: "Suso trained yesterday and looks okay which is good news.

"He'll get more training under his belt before the game on Sunday and should be fine. Given the number of problems we have, it's fair to say he's in contention."

Jim will continue to monitor Dawid Kucharski as kick-off approaches.

The Pole is struggling with a groin injury picked up in the win over Aberdeen at Pittodrie and although he didn't train yesterday, he will be given as much time as possible to make the big game.

On Hearts.TV today, Jim Jefferies and Calum Elliot meet the media at Riccarton ahead of trip to Tannadice.