Hibs announce David Gray as permanent manager
Their former Scottish Cup winning captain ended the season in temporary charge of the Edinburgh club for the FOURTH time after Nick Montgomery was sacked
Hibernian have announced David Gray as their new manager.
Their former Scottish Cup winning captain ended the season in temporary charge of the Edinburgh club for the FOURTH time after they sacked Nick Montgomery.
The 36-year-old becomes the 14th person to both play for and permanently manage Hibs.
After hanging up his boots in the summer of 2021, Gray became the Club’s First Team Coach, learning and developing over the last three seasons.
On the appointment of David Gray, Hibernian FC Sporting Director Malky Mackay commented:
“Following a robust recruitment process, David emerged as our preferred candidate and we are delighted to have him on board.
"Having watched his progression closely over a number of years, David’s ready to step up and become Hibernian FC’s Head Coach.
“David understands the pressures and demands that comes with a club like Hibs, knows Scottish football inside out, is an excellent coach and a strong man manager.
“He already has good relationships with the current playing squad and members of staff both at HTC and Easter Road, which provides an element of stability, and we know he’s the right man for the job.
“Everyone is looking forward to continuing to work closely with David for the upcoming season and beyond.”
David Gray added: “It is a real privilege for me to become the Head Coach of this great football club.
“Everyone knows how much Hibs means to me. It is a massive Club with a phenomenal fanbase, that I know very well – so to be given this opportunity is a true honour.
“From being here as a player and a coach for over 10 years, I know what a successful Hibs team looks like and I am determined to succeed and take our club forward.”