Celtic’s Matt O’Riley opens up on why partnership with Tom Rogic shouldn't be an issue and Hibs’ loanee Sylvester Jasper
A trip to face Hibs at Easter Road is all-new for Celtic midfielder Matt O’Riley.
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'I’m sure we’ll both get there' - Fulham teammate makes Fabio Carvalho claim after Liverpool approach
Fabio Carvalho's Fulham teammate Sylvester Jasper says the 19-year-old 'wants to play at pinnacle of football' amid interest from Liverpool.
Sylvester Jasper speaks on Hibs move, international hopes, Fabio Carvalho friendship, and Scottish football
Requiring a player capable of helping fill the void left by Martin Boyle’s transfer to Saudi Arabian side Al-Faisaly, the Easter Road side pursued Fulham forward Sylvester Jasper, eventually securing his services on a loan until the end of the season with an option-to-buy clause included in the deal.
Sylvester Jasper: Hibs' Fulham loanee opens up on late move, Shaun Maloney and Liverpool-linked Fabio Carvalho
It was a late, late move that Hibs just managed to squeeze through before the January transfer window slammed shut.
Hibs recruitment explained: Ian Gordon role, shift in focus, casting net wider, loan clauses
Hibs are no different. Throughout the month of January, in the winter transfer window, eight first-team players were integrated into the first-team squad – Rocky Bushiri, Harry Clarke, Ewan Henderson, Sylvester Jasper, Elias Melkersen, Demi Mitchell, Chris Mueller and Dylan Tait – while a further nine left on permanent or loan deals.
Kevin Nisbet: Why he's not doing as badly as some Hibs fans make out as Scotland comes into view
A lot can change in a year. Just ask Hibs striker Kevin Nisbet.
Sylvester Jasper: Early days but youngster can help fill the Martin Boyle void for Hibs
But instead of battling the elements and the North Sea spray, he is basking in 20° heat and helping Al-Faisaly out of the Saudi Premier League relegation zone.
Hibs verdict: Arbroath performance can, and should, kickstart league form
For a while, though, Arbroath dared to dream; Craig Wighton stabbing the ball past Matt Macey at the second attempt after his initial effort from Colin Hamilton's cross was blocked for an early opener.