Hibernian have offered a trial to former Rangers winger Rabbi Matondo as the Easter Road side assesses options during the international break. The 23-year-old Wales international is training with the squad at their La Manga camp under new head coach Marink Reedijk after being released by Norwegian side SK Brann in August. Hibs, currently 10th in the Premiership standings with seven points from seven games, have won just one of their last five league matches.
Matondo left Ibrox by mutual consent last March and his subsequent five-month stay in Norway was cut short. His trial in Spain represents a chance to earn a contract. The club's next fixtures include a trip to Dundee United on 10 October, a game where Matondo could feature if he impresses. Hibs have conceded 11 goals while scoring only eight this season, a defensive record Reedijk is keen to improve.
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Separately, Torino midfielder Gvidas Gineitis, a player Celtic held a confirmed interest in this summer, has opened the door to a potential January move. The 22-year-old Lithuanian international said a switch to Parkhead would be "an interesting and rewarding experience."
"It would be interesting to test myself at that level, at a club like that," Gineitis said. Former Celtic manager Martin O'Neill had previously stated the club had "more than an interest" in the player, but a deal did not materialise before the deadline, with Torino's valuation understood to be a sticking point. Gineitis, who featured in Lithuania's 2-0 win over Liechtenstein during the break, remains with the Italian club for now. Celtic, sitting top of the standings, continue to be linked with midfield reinforcements.
For Hibernian, the focus is on improving performances. Reedijk will be hoping the La Manga camp, and any potential new additions, can help turn around a difficult start that sees the team 11 points adrift of the leaders.
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