David Gray is the new head coach of Hibernian.
The Hibs legend has been appointed to lead the club forward on a permanent basis.
After four stints as caretaker manager, the 2016 Scottish Cup-winning hero, 36, has been given the job in his own right by the Gordon family.
Gray has signed a three-year contract at Easter Road and will get to work when his players return for pre-season training later this month. His backroom staff will be announced in due course.
Hibernian FC are delighted to confirm David Gray as the Hibees' new Head Coach, signing a three-year deal with the Club. pic.twitter.com/iOuTXBePKe
— Hibernian Football Club (@HibernianFC) June 6, 2024
He will work closely with new sporting director Malky Mackay - who of course, has a plethora of management experience in the Premier League, Championship and Scottish Premiership.
The announcement officially ends Hibs' search for Nick Montgomery's replacement.
“It is a real privilege for me to become the head coach of this great football club," Gray said. “Everyone knows how much Hibs means to me. It is a massive club with a phenomenal fanbase, that I know very well – so to be given this opportunity is a true honour.
“From being here as a player and a coach for over 10 years, I know what a successful Hibs team looks like and I am determined to succeed and take our club forward.”
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Mackay added: “Following a robust recruitment process, David emerged as our preferred candidate and we are delighted to have him on board.
"Having watched his progression closely over a number of years, David’s ready to step up and become Hibernian FC’s head coach.
“David understands the pressures and demands that come with a club like Hibs, knows Scottish football inside out, is an excellent coach and a strong man manager.
“He already has good relationships with the current playing squad and members of staff both at HTC and Easter Road, which provides an element of stability, and we know he’s the right man for the job.
“Everyone is looking forward to continuing to work closely with David for the upcoming season and beyond.”
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