By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Scottish Premiership club Hibernian have signed former Flying Eagles defender Marvin Ekpiteta.
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Hibernian left English League One side Blackpool following the expiration of his contract.
The 28-year-old penned a three-year contract with the Hibs.
On the signing, Hibernian FC Head Coach David Gray said: “Marvin is someone I look forward to working with. He has great experience at a good level in England and adds extra leadership to the dressing room.
“Physically, he has all the attributes that fit the demands of Scottish football; he’s big, strong, dominant, very athletic, and will be an asset in both boxes. We’re really pleased to bring him to the Club.”
Sporting Director Malky Mackay commented: “I’m delighted to welcome Marvin to Hibernian FC as we continue to improve our squad. READ ALSO:
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“Like Warren O’Hora, Marvin is another player who has been a captain and a leader within First Team groups. He is a real defender with a lot of experience, and I look forward to seeing him in action.”