Hibernian's Ryan Mallon has embarked on his first senior loan spell, joining Lowland League side Bonnyrigg Rose until January. The 19-year-old goalkeeper, who has been with Hibernian since 2017, will look to gain valuable experience and build his confidence, with Hibernian currently 5th in Premiership, 51 pts, 13W-12D-8L from 33 games.
What's next for Ryan Mallon?
Mallon will have the opportunity to establish himself between the posts at New Dundas Park, with Bonnyrigg aiming to challenge for promotion under manager Jonny Stewart this season.
Why this loan matters for Hibernian
The loan allows Hibernian to monitor one of their top emerging prospects in a competitive environment, as he looks to build his confidence through a sustained run of games.
Hibernian's goalkeeping situation
With Hibernian having scored 51 goals and conceded 37 this season, the club will be looking to strengthen their goalkeeping options, and Mallon's development will be closely watched. As Hibernian looks to improve on their recent form, having lost their last two matches, including a 0-1 defeat to Motherwell on May 16, 2026, the club will be hoping that Mallon's loan spell will help him develop into a first-team contender. The loan also represents an important step in Mallon's progression, following an impressive 2025/26 campaign, and Hibernian will be keeping a close eye on his continued development.
