Hibs have announced the signing of experienced forward Dwight Gayle.
The 34-year-old joins the club as a free agent and has penned a one-year deal, running until the summer of 2025.
Gayle has had an illustrious career to date, with over 300 senior appearances and spending seven campaigns in the English Premier League with Crystal Palace and Newcastle United.
The striker – who has an eye for goal – has two promotions under his belt and has scored over 100 goals – the majority of which have come in the English Premier League and Championship.
He spent the 2023/24 campaign with Stoke City and Derby County, scoring three goals in six games for the Rams and helping them return to the English Championship.
Over the summer, Gayle completed a full pre-season with the Professional Football Association, which included training and matches led by the PFA’s coaching team.
Hibernian FC Head Coach David Gray commented: “It’s great to be able to bring Dwight to the Club. He’s performed at a top-level throughout his career and has a real desire to show his abilities here in Scotland.
“He’s a different type of striker to what we currently have in the building. He’s a real penalty box type of striker, a great finisher, and his experience will be of great benefit to us. I look forward to working with him.”
Hibernian FC Sporting Director Malky Mackay added: “We’ve been keen to add another striker to the First Team squad. We were aware of Dwight’s availability, and we’re delighted that he has the desire to test himself in Scottish football.
“He’s another good character to add to the group, and his experience will really benefit our young players. I look forward to seeing him in Hibs green and white.”
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