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We asked you for your views on what business Hibs should do in the January transfer window.

Here are some of your comments:

Rob: Another striker! Kieron Bowie needs help and someone with experience is needed - Lyndon Dykes would be perfect. He knows the league and knows how to score.

Scott: Priority should be a stronger right wing-back. Chris Cadden is solid enough, however is a bit predictable and doesn't carry much threat - we could do with an upgrade in that position. Otherwise its a case of keeping hold of everyone - especially Josh Mulligan and Bowie!

Sandy: Please sign Dykes, we only need a striker. And sign Dan Barlaser permanently. That's all that's required. Our squad is top drawer.

Paul: A couple of full-backs, a forward-thinking midfield player and a forward please.

John: The key issue is we don't sell either Mulligan or Bowie in the January window as we don't need to. Assuming they both stay I would not bother with any new signings in the current window as the squad seems fine right now. Much better doing business at end of the season.

Neil: Definitely a right-back, another striker and a creative midfielder. Hopefully hold on to our best players and get rid of a few of the fringe players.

Paul: We definitely need a new right wing-back we always look weak on that side and the better teams target us there. A bullish centre forward to ease the load on Bowie and a holding midfielder who doesn't mind being the most hated guy on the pitch would do me.

Matty: I'd say the biggest priority should be a right-back and maybe another centre-back for back-up.

Darren: We need a striker and a right-back. Dykes would be a godsend, a cheeky loan bid for Nathan Patterson so he's back in World Cup contention?

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Former Hearts and Dundee United manager Robbie Neilson thinks Hibs have "gone under the radar" with their performances this season.

Having struggled for consistency, Hibs have now won three in a row for the first time this season and can go fourth with victory over Motherwell on Saturday.

"I think they're a solid team but I don't think they're an outstanding team," Neilson told the BBC's Scottish Football Podcast.

"It's difficult because you're probably comparing them against a strong Hearts team and a really good Motherwell team as well.

"They've picked up recently because they're scoring the chances they get.

"I think having Kieron Bowie in that striker position has given him a bit of a lift. But because he's quite young he goes up and down, so he'll score kind of unpredictably. Maybe score for four or five games and then not for a few weeks.

"Hibs are a good team, but they're not a great team. And I think we've got a few really good teams outside the Old Firm this year, so they've kind of gone under the radar a wee bit."

Scottish coach and analyst John Walker suggests Hibs' European commitments contributed to their slow start to the campaign.

"We always see Scottish teams struggle with that adaption of the early start of the season when you're playing Thursday-Sunday and it knocks people out," he said.

"When you look at Hearts I think this is why they are probably in the best position they're ever going to be to win this title, it makes such a difference being able to have your week already set."

The transfer window has been open a week and Hibs have yet to do any January business.

While the return this week of Rocky Bushiri, Miguel Chaiwa and Jordan Obita from Africa Cup of Nations duty will be welcomed by David Gray, the Hibs boss has expressed an eagerness for new signings.

So who would you like to see join the club? And which positions should be a priority?

Send us your thoughts here.

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Matty Fairnie
Fan writer

A tantalising meeting with Motherwell awaits after Hibs made it three wins in a row with a comfortable, if unspectacular, victory over Kilmarnock.

Motherwell were deserving winners last time the sides met. That 2-0 loss was done by half-time and probably Hibs' worst defeat of the season as we couldn't cope with Motherwell's slick passing and relentless pressing.

Since then, Motherwell have been in fine form and sit two points ahead of us. 'Well have been spoken about as being in the mix for the title race with Celtic, Rangers and recent derby losers Hearts.

Although we're just two points behind the Steelmen and can leapfrog them at Easter Road on Saturday, most pundits haven't given Hibs a second thought as potential title challengers, and with good cause.

It's unlikely Motherwell will be troubling the top spot come the end of the season either, but the fact Hibs have gone under the radar is probably a good thing.

Hibs have been quietly going about our business, happy to let others take the attention while we've been picking up points despite a heavily depleted squad.

David Gray has been without Jordan Obita, Miguel Chaiwa and Rocky Bushiri due to the Africa Cup of Nations, while Martin Boyle, Nicky Cadden and Kieron Bowie have missed game-time through injury or illness.

It's credit to Gray that he's managed to squeeze out performances and results at a time of year when the schedule is hectic and unforgiving, and he'll be hoping Malky Mackay can provide him with ready-to-play reinforcements in this January window.

If Hibs can sign well in January then we're well placed to catch a few people by surprise in the latter stages of the season.

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Jamie McGrath (Hibernian): Simply another outstanding all-round display from the Hibernian midfielder as his side ran out 3-1 winners against Kilmarnock.

Watch Sportscene pundits Steven Naismith and Peter Grant analyse Hibernian's strong display in their 3-1 win at Kilmarnock.

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We asked for your thoughts after Hibs dispatched struggling Kilmarnock.

Here's a taste of what you had to say:

Niall: Just what the doctor ordered going into what feels like a huge game against Motherwell. Should've been ahead by more, but felt like when we kept the ball and played our game we were always a threat. A great win at a ground where we usually find it very tough.

Gordon: Excellent week for Hibernian. A win next week against Motherwell puts us right in the mix. Let the whole of Scotland gush about Hearts while we go quietly about our own business.

John: After a really slow start to the season we are now performing at the level we should be and the squad is being used well. Great to see and would love to see a positive signing to show the desire to push at the top of the league.

Kenny: A great ending to the holiday season with three wins. Rugby Park is always a difficult place to go but the boys showed plenty of grit to get the win. With Celtic losing it has opened up the chance to get second place. Another few wins and we could be challenging for the title.

Two goals from Elie Youan and a Jamie McGrath penalty ensured Hibernian made it three Scottish Premiership wins in a row with victory over a Kilmarnock side whose winless run in the league was stretched to 14 games.

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Hibernian head coach David Gray: "First half especially, I thought we were really good. If we had taken our chances, maybe we would've made it a little bit more comfortable earlier.

"Second half, I think was a classic example of us finding a way to win the game because I don't think we were at our best second half. We lost that control that we had in the first half but we still had big moments in the game and I think over the piece deserved to win the game.

"[Elie Youan] could've had more [than two goals]. Very good week."

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Kilmarnock will assess Tom Lowery, who went off with a tight thigh at Dundee on Tuesday.

They hope to have Scott Tiffoney back and new defender Michael Schjonning-Larsen could feature.

Max Stryjek (heart), Kyle Magennis (knee), Jamie Brandon (ankle/groin), Djenairo Daniels (knee) and Matty Kennedy (hip) remain out.

Hibernian could welcome back Jordan Obita and Migual Chaiwa from international duty but Rocky Bushiri is still away at the Africa Cup of Nations.

Kieron Bowie is likely to return after illness but Martin Boyle (hamstring) and Nicky Cadden (calf) are set to miss out.

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Warren O'Hora hopes Hibs are about to hit top gear as they target three straight wins for the first time this season.

David Gray's side are fifth in the Scottish Premiership but have struggled for consistency this term.

However, they beat league-leaders Hearts in the Edinburgh derby before a 2-0 win over Aberdeen last time out.

"Hopefully it is a bit of a catalyst now to make us kick on," defender O'Hora said before Saturday's trip to struggling Kilmarnock. "We're always looking forward, trying to catch the team in front, and Saturday we can do that again.

"The leaders, the seconds, the thirds, that's somewhere that we want to be, no doubt about it, somewhere that we feel we should be, but we can't get too ahead of ourselves. You can only go game by game.

"It's important for us that we look at Saturday only, no further than that because that's the next big thing that we need, we need the three points."

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• Kilmarnock have won just one of their past 15 Scottish Premiership meetings with Hibernian (D6 L8), and are winless in their past eight (D5 L3) since a 1-0 triumph in November 2022.

• Hibernian have drawn each of their past four away league visits to Kilmarnock, despite scoring the opening goal in three of those four trips.

• Having beaten St Mirren 2-0 in their first league game of 2025, Kilmarnock could start two successive years with a league win for the first time since doing so in 2014 and 2015 (both wins over St Mirren).

• Hibernian haven't won their first league game in any of the past five calendar years (D2 L3) since a 2-1 victory over Hamilton Academical in 2020.

• Kilmarnock are winless in their past 13 league games (D3 L10), their longest run in the top flight since a run of 14 between September 1999 and February 2000.

Brian McLauchlin
BBC Sport Scotland Senior Reporter

Goal of the year

Throughout the year there have been some spectacular and important goals scored by Hibernian players and I have whittled these down to a final three.

Keiron Bowie's incredible strike at Easter Road against Partizan Belgrade.

Jack Iredale's strike that flew beyond Craig Gordon in March to give Hibs a 2-1 win over their city rivals.

Josh Campbell's header in the 3-2 win over Hearts last weekend.

And the winner is, without question, Keiron Bowie. A stunning goal by a young man with an incredibly bright future.

Result of the year

There have been some notable wins in 2025. The wins against Hearts are always savoured more than others, as are any victories over the Old Firm. But the one I have chosen is the 2-0 away win in Belgrade in August.

In the most hostile of atmospheres the team showed a disciplined performance that few expected. Scoring twice away from home in Europe is a rarity for Scottish clubs so to do so against a team with a rich European history was no mean feat.

Player of 2025

There are a number of contenders for Hibernian's player of 2025.

Rocky Bushiri has been a stand-out performer throughout the year. His dominance at centre-back has been pivotal in the relative success the team have had.

Whenever Nicky Cadden plays he provides a threat with his delivery from the left-hand side, bringing numerous goal-scoring opportunities for the striker and the attacking midfielders.

But the addition of Jamie McGrath in the summer, for me, is the signing of the year. He has quickly become a fan favourite and as well as providing opportunities for teammates, he is also capable of finding the net himself and will be a huge asset moving forward.

Quote of the year

"I am going for a lie down," said head coach David Gray after the pulsating five-goal thriller win against Hearts last weekend.

I'm sure that reflected the sentiments of many Hibs fans inside Easter Road as they watched their team race into a 3-0 lead only for Hearts to claw two goals back in the final 15 minutes.

The players and management joined in with the fans for a fantastic rendition of Sunshine on Leith at full-time.

Looking forward

With the year ending on a high the expectation from Hibernian fans is now for the team to kick on and push themselves towards another European spot.

They face a tricky tie at Dunfermline in the Scottish Cup but should they come through and then have a favourable draw then there is no reason why dreams of a return to Hampden in May should not be fulfilled.

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Hibs hope to have Miguel Chaiwa and Jordan Obita back from Africa Cup of Nations duty in time for Saturday's Premiership trip to Kilmarnock after losing two key players to injury.

Boss David Gray is waiting to learn the extent of calf and hamstring issues sustained by Martin Boyle and Nicky Cadden in victories over Hearts and Aberdeen respectively.

But he could have Chaiwa and Obita back as Zambia and Uganda's elimination from the tournament means the duo can return to Edinburgh.

"I think Miguel and Jordan could potentially be back," Gray said.

"They're both key players in the squad, they've played a lot of games and they're going to continue to do that. They will definitely be strong additions back into the group.

"And because you've got Jordan Obita playing a similar position to Nicky, if he's going to be missing the weekend, if we can get Jordan back, he certainly strengthens in that area."

Joint top scorer Kieron Bowie missed Tuesday's 2-0 win over Aberdeen through illness but Gray said: "I fully expect him to be okay for the weekend."

Jonathan Sutherland
Sportscene presenter

Hibs backed up their derby victory with another comfortable performance against Aberdeen.

Their 2-0 win puts them right back into top four contention, and they have two players in my team of the week.

Scotland international Grant Hanley has been a worthy addition, stiffening the Hibs backline.

Midfield tyro Josh Mulligan keeps getting better. There was big interest in the summer and it was a coup for Hibs to get him with big admirers sniffing around. An excellent signing who seems to be attracting interest again.

We asked for your thoughts after Hibernian's 2-0 win over Aberdeen.

Here are some of your comments:

Kenny: After a tough game on Saturday we were a bit leggy in the first half but we played very well in the second half to pick up another three points. The manager and players deserve a lot of credit for another great result and the icing hopefully will go on the top of the cake at Kilmarnock on Saturday. Well done all.

Sandy: Considering players being away at Afcon, out injured and unwell, David Gray got the best of the rest to put in another big performance. Thumbs up to Kanayo Megwa, Thibault Klidje, Elie Youan and Jamie McGrath out of position. Brilliant second half and a Hibs side on the up and up! Well deserved 2-0 win.

Gordon: Well done guys, another big three points. Would've easily fallen flat on our faces after Saturday and admittedly first half was pretty flat, but we picked up performance levels in second period and deserved the win. Unfortunately both Rangers and Motherwell picked up wins also, but let's go for three wins on the bounce against Killie at the weekend and hopefully those around us drop points.

Trevor: Glad to see a little fight coming back into the team. If that squad puts it in there is no reason why they can't go on and win the league. Man for man they are the best team, only need confidence and a slight rub of the green.

Chris: No Kieron Bowie, no problem! Great performance. A couple more wins and the Hibee juggernaut could be arriving at destination title race!

Joe: Following an emotional win against city rivals Hearts on Saturday, on top of missing several players through injury and international duty, David Gray's side could almost be forgiven for being sluggish. That wasn't the case as Hibs ran out comfortable 2-0 winners against an Aberdeen side close behind them in the table.

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