Hibs defender joins Airdrie ahead of Raith Rovers clash

Airdrieonians have signed defender Kanayo Megwa on loan from Hibernian.

The 19-year-old Englisham has joined on a deal until the end of the season, as he links up with fellow Easter Road loanees Murray Aiken and Josh O’Connor at New Broomfield.

Megwa spent a spell on loan at Kelty Hearts in League One last season and he also had spells in the English Championship with West Brom and Watford.

Diamonds player-boss Rhys McCabe told the club website: “Kanayo has been in and around the Hibs first-team and has already made his debut.

“He’s defensively very strong, and excels in one v one situations.

“He’s extremely comfortable in a few different positions, so his versatility will be an asset. We’re delighted to get him in.”

Megwa, who can play at right full-back or centre-back, could make his debut in Saturday's Championship clash at home to Raith Rovers.

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