Hibernian striker targets Premiership golden boot after summer move
Hibernian’s new striker has set a bold target to finish as the Scottish Premiership’s top scorer this season after joining the Edinburgh side in the summer transfer window. The club finished fifth in the Premiership last season with 51 points from 33 games, a haul that left them 19 points behind league winners Heart Of Midlothian.
What the new signing said
The striker, who completed his move to Hibernian in July 2026, told reporters his aim is clear: to lead the scoring charts by May 2027. He joins a side that scored 51 goals last season but conceded 37, a goal difference of plus 14. The striker’s declaration follows Hibernian’s 0-1 loss to Motherwell on 16 May 2026, a result that capped a recent run of two defeats in the last five games.
Recent form has dipped, with the side losing two of their last five matches despite winning three overall. The loss to Motherwell left Hibernian on a run of LLWWW, most recent first, and set up a tough start to the new campaign. The club’s next fixture is a home tie against league leaders Heart Of Midlothian on 2 September 2026, a match that could set the tone for the season.
Why the target matters for Hibs
Finishing as the Premiership’s top scorer is more than a personal milestone for the new striker - it’s a statement of intent for Hibernian. The club’s fifth-place finish last season left them 19 points behind Heart Of Midlothian, a gap that underlines the challenge ahead. With 51 goals scored and a plus-14 goal difference, Hibernian showed they can attack but also leaked too many chances.
The striker’s arrival comes as Hibernian look to tighten their defence and sharpen their finishing. The side’s recent run of three wins and two losses in the last five games shows inconsistency, and a reliable source of goals will be vital if they are to close the gap on the top two. Heart Of Midlothian topped the table last season and will again be the benchmark for Hibernian and their rivals.
What comes next for Hibernian
Hibernian open their new season at home to Heart Of Midlothian on 2 September 2026, a fixture that could define their campaign. The league table from last season shows the scale of the task: fifth place, 51 points, 13 wins, 12 draws and eight losses from 33 games. The club’s recent run of two defeats in five games must be reversed if they are to push for European spots.
The striker’s goal target adds spice to the Edinburgh derby narrative, a rivalry that often delivers tight, tense matches. Hibernian will need every goal they can get if they are to overhaul Aberdeen and Dundee United in the hunt for a top-four finish. The new signing’s declaration is a signal that Hibernian are ready to fight on all fronts this season, starting with a statement against the league leaders in September.
