Hibernian completed a deadline day loan move for West Bromwich Albion wing-back Alex Williams. The 21-year-old Wales Under-21 international joins David Gray's squad for the remainder of the campaign, as reported by The Scotsman on Thursday.
Head coach David Gray has added a right-sided defensive option to a Hibernian side currently seventh in the Premiership. The club has taken six points from its opening three matches, with a record of two wins and one loss. They have scored five goals and conceded four, leaving them six points behind league leaders Celtic ahead of a challenging away fixture at Celtic Park on December 12th. Fans can track the team's progress on our standings page.
Who is new Hibs signing Alex Williams?
Alex Williams arrives at Easter Road as a promising young defender. The right-sided player has represented Wales at Under-21 level and will provide competition and depth in the full-back areas. His loan move from the English Championship side is set to last for the entire 2026-27 season. This acquisition follows reported interest in experienced forward Danny Ings, who remains a free agent after leaving Sheffield United.
What other business did Hibs do on deadline day?
While bringing in Williams, Hibernian also sanctioned the departure of midfielder Josh Campbell. He has joined Premiership rivals St Johnstone on a loan deal. This move allows Campbell to seek regular first-team football elsewhere in Scotland's top flight. The club's activity rounded off a summer window where strengthening the squad was a priority for the coaching staff.
How did the rest of the Scottish Premiership fare?
The deadline was a busy one across the division. Rangers made the biggest splash, securing striker Kevin Kelsy for £9.5 million and winger Badredine Bouanani on loan. Manager Derek McInnes highlighted Kelsy's hunger, saying, "What really stood out in our conversations is how hungry he is to make an impact." Hearts signed 18-year-old midfielder Leart Kabashi from Grasshoppers, while Kilmarnock borrowed defender MJ Kamson-Kamara. St Johnstone also signed Joel Cotterill from Swansea alongside Campbell.
Further afield, Dundee United secured former Manchester United midfielder Zidane Iqbal, and Aberdeen were linked with goalkeeper Daniel Klein. The full list of summer arrivals at Easter Road is available on our squad page. Hibernian's next match is the away trip to face Celtic on December 12th.
