Robbie Neilson ’s shock return to Tynecastle opened the door for Nicholson to head back to his formative club after three years in the states.
The 25-year-old is understood to be keen to link up with Neilson once gain after flourishing under him during his previous spell, helping fire Hearts back to the Premiership then third place and European qualification.
The Scotland youth international racked up 15 goals in 127 appearances in maroon after progressing through the ranks. But understands that Nicholson and Hearts remain some way apart in terms of money, and Rovers are keen to take advantage of that.
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