Hibs sign Scotland’s Hanley on two-year deal

According to head coach David Gray, Hibernian have signed “strong, robust” Scotland defender Grant Hanley for a two-year deal.

Birmingham City brokered the 33-year-old’s short-term contract with the English League One winners earlier this summer.

The centre-back will play until the summer of 2027 after watching last week’s Europa League qualifying defeat by Midtjylland at Easter Road.

“It’s great to have Grant with us,” said Gray.

He has consistently performed at the top of his career and has a genuine desire to compete in the best conditions in his home country.

He can play any role across our back three, according to the author. A player with his experience will be very valuable to the team because he is a true leader both on and off the field. Working with him is something I’m looking forward to.

Since making his debut against Wales in 2011, the Dumfries-born centre-back has scored twice in those 62 appearances.