Jordan Obita signs new Hibs deal to extend stay at Easter Road
The 31-year-old left-back put pen to paper on a contract that will keep him at the club until 2027.
Obita moved to Edinburgh from Wycombe Wanderers in the summer of 2023 and has made over 80 appearances in two seasons.
He was named 2023/24 Hibs' Player of the Year and Players' Player of the Year after his first full campaign.
The Uganda international played 42 games last season as he helped David Gray's side finish third in the Premiership.
After the new deal was announced on Mondaead Coach David Gray said: 'I'm really pleased we've been able to extend Jordan's stay with us. He's an important part of the squad and has shown real consistency since joining us a couple of years ago.
'Jordan adds flexibility to the backline being able to play at left-wing back and on the left-side of the back three and has attributes that help us defensively and going forward. We look forward to continuing working with him.'
Hibernian FC Sporting Director Malky Mackay added: 'We're constantly planning for the future and extending Jordan's contract at this club for a further year is a really positive step.
'Not only has Jordan shown his ability during his time with us, but he also leads by example at HTC and on the pitch every single day. He is a fantastic role model for our younger players and has helped a lot of them settle into the group when coming up from the Academy.
'Jordan has a young family and is really enjoying his time with us, so we're all delighted he will continue his stay with us.'
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