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Dwight Gayle lands Hibs transfer as David Gray signs former Newcastle striker

Hibs have signed free agent striker Dwight Gayle as David Gray bolsters his squad beyond the deadline.

The former Newcastle striker moves to Easter Road on a deal until the end of this season at the age of 34. He left Derby County at the end of last season after scoring three goals in six games to help them to promotion to the Championship, but injury kept him out at the end of the campaign.

Gayle has scored over 100 career goals down south with many of them coming in the Premier League and second tier. As well as the Toon, he also counts Crystal Palace, West Brom, Stoke and Peterborough among his former clubs.

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Hibees boss David Gray said: “It’s great to be able to bring Dwight to the Club. He’s performed at a top-level throughout his career and has a real desire to show his abilities here in Scotland. He’s a different type of striker to what we currently have in the building. He’s a real penalty box type of striker, a great finisher, and his experience will be of great benefit to us. I look forward to working with him.”

Sporting director Malky Mackay added: “We’ve been keen to add another striker to the First Team squad. We were aware of Dwight’s availability, and we’re delighted that he has the desire to test himself in Scottish football. He’s another good character to add to the group, and his experience will really benefit our young players. I look forward to seeing him in Hibs green and white.”