Something incredible is threatening to happen in Scottish football this season.

When Brighton and Hove Albion owner Tony Bloom invested in Hearts this summer, he boldly predicted they could finish second in the Scottish Premiership this season and win the title within the next 10 years.

This was not a throwaway comment or an idle threat. This was a statement of intent from an owner who has a proven record of backing up what he says.

He made similar comments when investing in Belgian side Union SG, who have since won the Belgian League and Cup and recently played Newcastle in the Champions League.

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