Hibs sign Dundee's Josh Mulligan in four-year deal

Hibs have signed Dundee defender Josh Mulligan, the club announced on Friday.

The 22-year-old has agreed a four-year deal to join the Edinburgh side.

The defensive midfielder, who can also operate as a right wing-back, was a stand-out player for Dundee last season, featuring in 34 of their 38 league games, setting up five goals in the process.

Mulligan came through the Dundee FC Academy and has made over 150 senior career appearances to date, 124 of those being for his hometown club, despite being only 22.

His first league goal for Dundee came against Hibs in May 2022 at Dens Park.

Mulligan has been capped on 16 occasions by Scotland’s Under-21s, scoring twice.

Hibernian FC head coach David Gray said: “Josh was one of the most eye-catching young players in the Scottish Premiership last season and has a lot of the attributes and characteristics we look for in our squad.

“He’s a young player that’s eager to progress and develop, and gives us extra options with his versatility as he is comfortable as a central midfielder or at right wing-back.

“We’re delighted to add him to the group, and look forward to working with him moving forward.”

Hibernian FC sporting director Malky Mackay added: “Josh is someone we’ve been aware of for some time, and he performed excellently for Dundee last season.

“The number of senior games he’s played at his age is impressive, and as a club we’re keen to add young Scottish talent to our squad to help them reach their potential.

“Josh is another good character to add to the group, and I look forward to seeing him at Easter Road Stadium.”