David Marshall has been made Team Captain of Hibernian FC for the upcoming season. The 37-year-old signed on a two-year deal earlier this summer and has previously worn the armband at Cardiff City and Derby County. He also captained Hibs during the majority of our Premier Sports Cup games.
Paul Hanlon will remain as Club Captain and will continue to play an important role both on and off the pitch. He will captain the Hibees when Marshall is unavailable for selection.
Alongside Marshall and Hanlon, Ryan Porteous will also have a key leadership role this season.
Speaking to hibernianfc.co.uk, Lee Johnson explained his thought process behind the decision. He said:
“David Marshall will be our Team Captain. He is a player with extensive experience and is a well-respected figure in the dressing room. He has been captain for the majority of pre-season and has really impressed me both on and off the pitch in terms of those leadership qualities.
“To have a strong voice behind the defence will really help the team and will be very beneficial to achieving a good defensive record.
“Paul Hanlon will remain as our Club Captain, obviously he is a stalwart of the Club and is a player that is extremely trusted. Paul can advise players, young and old, both on and off the pitch and is a key part of our plans moving forward.
“When David and Paul are unavailable, then Ryan Porteous will assume captain responsibilities. Ryan is highly regarded within the Club. We recognise his will to win and his leadership qualities. We look forward to helping him to develop and nurture his leadership skills.”
