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Edinburgh Reporter
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Jordan Obita signs contract extension at Hibs
Jordan Obita has signed a new contract that extends his time at Hibs until the summer of 2027. In his first season at Hibs, Obita's eye-catching displays saw him win two awards; the 2023/24 Player of the Season and Players' Player of the Season. Since joining in 2023, the left-back has made 87 appearances to date, alongside chipping in with seven assists and two goals. One of those strikes was a memorable one as he bagged in Hibs UEFA Europa Conference League win against Luzern at Easter Road in August 2023. His performances for Hibs also earned him an international call-up to Uganda. On Obita's new deal, Hibs Head 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.' Hibs 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 showed 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.' Like this: Like Related
Scotsman
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Scotsman
Hibs boss David Gray thrilled as 'important' Jordan Obita tied down on new deal
The former Reading, Oxford United and Wycombe Wanderers was praised for the versatility he brings to the Easter Road side. Sign up to our Hibs football newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Hibs head coach David Gray was delighted that the club were able to secure a new contract for Jordan Obita, describing the former Reading player as an 'important part' of his squad. The 31-year old was in the final season of his deal at Easter Road, having been a club since 2023, and has put pen to paper on a two year extension which will keep him in the capital until the summer of 2027. It is another important piece of business for the club as they prepare for the new domestic season and their European campaign which begins next week with the first leg of their UEFA Europa League second qualifying round tie against FC Midtjylland. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The defender, who in his first season with Hibs in 2023/24 was named Hibs' Player of the Season and Players' Player of the Season, brings essential versatility to the squad especially if they progress to league phase European football. Those qualities were praised by David Gray upon the announcement of the twice capped Uganda international's new deal. The Hibs gaffer 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.' Hibs 'planning for the future' as Obita lands new two year contract 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. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Not only has Jordan showed 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.' Since joining Hibs 2023, Obita has made 87 first team appearances and contributed seven assists and two goals. One of those strikes was a memorable one as he bagged in the UEFA Europa Conference League win against Luzern at Easter Road in August 2023. Obita's contract extension means that Hibs now have five first team players who are currently set to be out of contract by this time next summer. Élie Youan, Lewis Miller, Martin Boyle, Dylan Levitt and Junior Hoilett are all now in the final year of their existing Hibs' contracts.
The Herald Scotland
14-07-2025
- Sport
- The Herald Scotland
Jordan Obita commits future to Hibs with contract extension
In his first season at Easter Road, Obita's eye-catching displays saw him win the club's 2023/24 Player of the Season and Players' Player of the Season, as well as earn him an international call-up for Uganda. Obita has made 87 appearances since his move to the capital in 2023. In that time, he's provided seven assists and scored twice. 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 to work with him.' 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.'
Edinburgh Reporter
05-07-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Hibs pre-season training camp concludes with 6-3 defeat to Ajax in Amsterdam
Hibs pre-season training camp concluded with 6-3 defeat to Ajax in a behind-closed-doors fixture at the De Toekomst (Ajax Training Centre) in Amsterdam this afternoon. Head coach David Gray made a number of changes to the starting XI that were held to a goalless draw against MSV Duisburg and went with the following team: Smith, C. Cadden, Megwa, Bushiri, Iredale, Obita, Levitt, Campbell, McGrath, Youan, Boyle Steven Berghuis opened the scoring for the hosts in the eighth minute with a superb strike from outside the area. Moments later Berghuis doubled Ajax with a first-time finish from inside the box. Hibs pulled one back in the 15th minute when Martin Boyle finished a superb cross from Jordan Obita. Five minutes later Ajax restored their two-goal advantage when Mika Godts curled home from the edge of the area. Ajax midfielder, Cian Fitz-Jim added a fifth with a first-time finish before the break. As planned, Gray made a number of changes with a new starting XI coming out for the second half. Second Half Starting XI: Sallinger, Miller, O'Hora, Ekpiteta, Obita, Nicky Cadden, Mulligan, Campbell, Manneh, McGrath, Bowie. Ahmetcan Kaplan nodded in Ajax's sixth goal with a free header from a corner early in the second half as both sides made a raft of changes. Logan Jimenez, Joseph McGrath and Junior Hoilett were introduced to the action on the hour mark, with Jamie McGrath, Josh Campbell and Jordan Obita all making way. Lewis Miller had an opportunity to pull one back from a set-piece of our own moments later, however, his powerful header flew agonisingly wide of the far post. Junior Hoilett then latched onto a great pass over the top from Josh Mulligan, taking the ball down on his chest before applying a clever finish with his left foot. Ajax then hit the woodwork twice in quick succession – the first a brilliant save from Raphael Sallinger to tip Faberski's curling shot onto the bar, before Ekpiteta saw his clearance rebound back off his own post and away to safety. Ajax substitute goalkeeper, Reverson pulled off an excellent save to deny Kieron Bowie – blocking a shot with his feet to divert the ball out for a corner. From the resulting set-piece, Bowie got a deserved goal – prodding the ball home at the back post after Warren O'Hora headed Nicky Cadden's corner into a dangerous area. Hibs are back in action on Wednesday night when German side Rot Weiss Essen visit Easter Road. Like this: Like Related
