The industrial heartland of England gave birth to one fine footballer by the name of Yan Dhanda, born 14th December 1998. Standing at a robust 5ft 8in (1.73m) and tipping the scales at a healthy 10st 3lb (65kg), Dhanda is a fleet-footed midfielder who primarily operates within the invigorating plains of the attacking midfield role for Edinburgh's own Heart of Midlothian, donning the distinguished number 20 as his marker.
His current market value is estimated to sit comfortably around the £684k mark, as deduced from Transfermarkt, making him a tempting prospect for any watchful scouts. Furthermore, he's not going anywhere anytime soon, his current contract with Hearts is secure until May 31, 2027, extending over two years and three months.
Dhanda's hearty footballing adventure started with him swapping the beaten paths of Liverpool's Premier League expedition for the emerging ambitions of Championship side Swansea City in July 2018. His routine echoed a steady crescendo of activity on the pitch. Only five outings marked his inaugural 2018-19 season with the Swans, accompanied by a solitary goal. While managing to find the back of the net three times in his following season, he comfortably made 16 league appearances for Swansea. The 2020 - 2021 season saw him become more integrated into the first team, gracing the Swansea shirt 26 times and scoring once. By the time he concluded his last season 2021-22 with the Championship side, he had courted the pitch for Swansea thrice in league encounters.
The scenic landscapes and rigorous competition of Scotland caught Dhanda's eye resulting in a transfer to Ross County in July 2022. His tenure with the Staggies was marked with stability as he made 30 appearances and netted five goals in his first 2022-23 season. The following season with Ross County, despite an increased tally of 35 appearances, mirrored its predecessor with another five goals finding the back of the net.
July 2024 heralded another transfer for Dhanda, but the lush green fields of Scotland were too irresistible for him to depart entirely. He instead shifted his allegiance to Hearts, embarking on what certainly seems an exciting journey. Thus far, during his ongoing season of 2024-2025, Dhanda has frequented the pitch 20 times, a testament to his courage and tenacity.
His journey through the 2024 - 2025 season has spanned various competitions. He has figured prominently in the League Cup, Scottish Cup, as well as Europa League Qualifiers for Hearts while also featuring in the Conference League. His efforts have yielded one goal in each of the League Cup and Conference League for his side. Whatever the future brings for Yan Dhanda remains fascinatingly uncertain; however, one thing's for sure; his career will be watched with eager anticipation by all with an interest in the beautiful game.
This player profile is regularly updated with new stats and analysis throughout the season. Last updated 30 March 2025. Send feedback
