The 2009-10 campaign saw Heart of Midlothian navigate a turbulent season of transition to ultimately secure a 6th-place finish in the Scottish Premier League and a vital spot in the top six after the league split. The Jam Tarts were led in league scoring by new Spanish winger Suso Santana, whose 6 goals included memorable strikes against Old Firm rivals Celtic and Rangers. The year was defined by the mid-season return of legendary manager Jim Jefferies, who replaced Csaba László and quickly steered the club into the top half of the table, making it a chapter of renewed hope and resilience for the Tynecastle faithful.