Gerald Taylor, a Costa Rican defender, born on the 28th of May 2001, presently commands the right back position for Hearts. A reasonably towering figure, thanks to his height of 5ft 11in (1.82m), and a robust weight of 11st 2lb (71kg), Taylor's consistent performances in the number 82 jersey have also earned him appearances in the Costa Rica national team.
Transfermarkt pegs Taylor's market value at approximately £250K, taking into account fluctuations in the exchange rate. His days at Hearts, however, could be numbered with his contract set to run dry by the 30th of June, 2025, in a few short months.
Before asserting his presence in Scottish football, Taylor's career set sail in the Primera División with Costa Rican heavyweights Saprissa. Making his first-team debut in the 2021 - 2022 season, Taylor showcased his potential with 17 league appearances. His following season was even more stellar, featuring in 36 league games. In the 2023 - 2024 season, Taylor continued his workhorse-like contributions with 39 league appearances, even finding the back of the net on two memorable occasions.
An opportunity abroad came knocking in July 2024, prompting a loan move from Saprissa to Hearts in the Premiership. Since swapping climates, Taylor has quickly acclimatised and has already managed 8 league appearances in the 2024 - 2025 season. His contributions haven't been confined to the league, however. He's also had opportunities in the League Cup, with one start; the Scottish Cup, with two substitute appearances; the Europa League Qualifiers, with two starts; and the Copa America 2024 with Costa Rica, where he both started and was used as a substitute.
