Mark Oxley joins Hibs on a six-month loan from Hull City

Mark Oxley has joined Hibs on a six-month loan from Hull City and the goalkeeper says he is excited about the challenge ahead.

Oxley, 23, enjoyed a loan spell with Oldham Athletic last season where he recorded 43 appearances and now moves north to Hibernian – much to the delight of Head Coach Alan Stubbs.

Stubbs said: “We’re delighted that we’ve managed to bring Mark to Hibernian – this loan deal has been in the pipeline for some time and it’s great that we’ve managed to get it over the line.

“This move suits everybody – we were looking for a new first choice goalkeeper and Mark was looking for a fresh challenge and an opportunity to play regular first team football.

“Mark showed last season with Oldham that he is an excellent young goalkeeper and his move here provides him with the perfect platform to continue his development.

“Everybody was aware that filling this position was a priority and, after thoroughly scouring the transfer market, Mark was the stand-out choice and his arrival here is another positive step in the right direction.

“We’re thankful to our supporters for being so patient over the course of the summer and now hopefully they will be able to see our new-look squad hit the ground running during the upcoming season.”

Oxley, who featured as a trialist during Sunday’s friendly against Dundee United, says he is looking forward to helping Hibernian to achieve success during the upcoming season.

Oxley said: “I’m really pleased to sign on loan with Hibs – it’s a big club with a positive atmosphere around the place and I’m excited about the future.

“As soon as I spoke to the manager, I quickly realised that Hibs are a club going in the right direction and I wanted to be a part of it.

“This is a great opportunity for me and I’m determined to seize my chance by helping Hibernian to win as many games as possible and to get the club back into the Scottish Premiership.”