Chaos or concern – Hanley’s striker cameo poses questions for Hibs

Hibernian head coach Marink Reedijk sent centre-back Grant Hanley up front late in a 2-1 defeat by Celtic, hoping to disrupt the visitors and create a late chance. The unusual switch drew attention to Hibs’ limited attacking options and raised concerns as the club remain bottom of the Scottish Premiership.

Hanley’s brief cameo produced a headed pass that led to a Josh Mulligan chance, while he nearly reached a deflected Rabbi Matondo effort. Former Hibs midfielder Scott Allan said the impact highlighted a lack of quality, particularly after striker Ante Suto had little effect; Martin Boyle was absent through illness. Reedijk has two defeats from his first two matches, and Allan said he had seen little improvement since the coaching change, with recruitment and the wait until January adding to concerns.