Hibernian has made a significant addition to their squad by signing Jason Kerr, a 29-year-old centre-back, who previously played for Wigan Athletic. After five years at Wigan, Kerr was not offered a new contract but expressed his excitement about joining Hibernian on a two-year deal. He shared his long-standing connection to the club, stating, "Hibs is such a big club, and I think it's a well-known secret that I'm a Hibs fan." Kerr's journey with Hibernian began when he attended his first game at Easter Road as a child, making his signing a meaningful moment for him. The transfer came about naturally after his contract with Wigan ended, with Hibernian's manager David Gray and assistant Liam Craig reaching out to him. Kerr believes this is the right move at this stage of his career, aiming to contribute to Hibernian's upward trajectory in the league. He emphasized his leadership experience, having captained both St Johnstone and Wigan, and is eager to showcase his abilities to the Hibs fans. Gray also expressed his delight in securing Kerr, highlighting his quality and leadership, which will strengthen Hibernian's defense as they look to build on their recent successes in the Premiership.