Forward Mykola Kuharevich returns to Hibernian on season-long loan deal

Ukrainian forward Mykola Kuharevich has returned to Hibernian on a season-long loan deal.

The 23-year-old striker spent the second-half of 2022/23 campaign at Easter Road before signing for EFL Championship side Swansea City last summer.

He made 12 appearances for the Swans last season scoring one goal.

During his last spell in Scotland he scored five goals in 15 games and became a popular figure amongst the support.

Hibs confirmed his return on Saturday as they bolster their attacking options for the new Premiership campaign that they kick-off against St Mirren in Paisley on Sunday.

Head coach David Gray says he is excited to work with Kuharevich.

He said: “First of all, we are excited to be able to bring a player of Myko’s calibre back to Hibs. From working with him previously I know all about his strengths and how his all-round play will benefit the team this season.

“He will have no trouble slotting back in again; he understands the league well, knows the players in the dressing room and we are all excited to work with him again.”

Sporting director Malky Mackay added: “Mykola is a player that David was keen to bring back to the Football Club having worked with him previously.

“This is a deal that we have been working on for a while, so we are all pleased to get this one over the line and welcome Mykola back to Hibs.

“He will add extra quality in our final third and provide healthy competition for our forward players.”