Hibernian winger Junior Hoilett signs new one-year deal at Easter Road

Junior Hoilett has extended his stay at Hibernian by another season after signing a new contract at Easter Road.

The Canadian winger has put pen to paper on a deal that will see him remain at the Edinburgh club until next summer.

Hoilett scored four goals and assisted another five in 30 appearances last season as he helped David Gray’s men to a third-place finish.

He has now re-joined his teammates in the Netherlands training camp as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.

After the new deal was confirmed on Tuesday, Gray said: “We’re delighted that Junior has agreed to stay with us for the upcoming campaign.

“He played an important role for us last season both on and off the pitch. As a player, he provides us with real quality, composure and calmness. As a person, he’s brilliant with the lads in the dressing room. He’s a role model for the younger players and is always willing to share his experiences and expertise with his teammates.

“We look forward to working with him over the coming season.”

Sporting director Malky Mackay added: “We wanted to give Junior as much time as possible to make a decision on his future due to his own personal circumstances. Junior is a real family man, and we wanted to make sure that not only him, but his family were settled and comfortable as well.

“As well as being a top professional, he’s a really good person, and his role within our squad last year can’t be understated. He made a positive difference to our team on the pitch and our squad off it.

“I’m delighted we are together again and look forward to having another one of our leaders back wearing our badge for the coming season.”