Rabbi Matondo has officially joined Hibernian on a deal that runs until the end of the season, with the club holding an option for a further year. This isn’t just another signing, folks. The 26-year-old Wales international winger marks the very first player brought in by new manager Marink Reedijk since he took over from David Gray last month. Talk about setting the tone for a new era!
From Rangers Exit to Easter Road Trial, Matondo’s Journey Has Been Wild
This move didn’t just happen overnight. Matondo, a winger with serious speed, made his final appearance for Rangers back in February. His journey since then has been a bit of a whirlwind. Before landing at Easter Road for a trial, he had a five-month spell in Norway with Brann, which he left in August. And get this: during his nearly four years with Rangers at Ibrox, he even spent some time on loan at Hannover. His resume also includes stints with Schalke, Stoke City, and Cercle Brugge, showing he’s been around the block in some serious leagues. We’re talking about a guy who’s seen a lot of pitches. Think about it: around two thirds of his 70 Rangers appearances were in the Scottish Premiership, and all but one of his eight goals came in the top flight, including one he actually scored *against* Hibs! That’s some inside knowledge right there, huh? He’s also got 15 caps for Wales, with his most recent appearance coming last year, and he netted his only international goal so far in 2025 during a 3-1 victory over Kazakhstan. This guy knows how to find the back of the net when it counts.
Reedijk Is Hyped, And So Should Hibs Fans Be
New gaffer Marink Reedijk isn’t holding back his excitement about snagging Matondo. He said the winger “made an immediate impression during our time in La Manga” at the training camp. That’s big. Reedijk praised Matondo’s “great attitude, strong application and a real willingness to learn and adapt.” That’s the kind of player every coach dreams of, right? He’s not just about the skill, he’s about the work ethic too. Reedijk clearly sees Matondo as a game-changer on the pitch, highlighting that “Rabbi gives us pace, directness and a real threat in wide areas.” Who doesn’t love a winger who can absolutely fly down the sideline and put pressure on defenses? But it’s not just his on-field talent; Reedijk also emphasized that Matondo brings “a positive personality into the dressing room.” Chemistry is everything, and it sounds like Matondo’s already fitting in. “He has settled in quickly,” Reedijk added, looking forward to “working with him and seeing the impact he can make.”
This is the start of something new at Hibernian. Reedijk has promised a “brave and intense” style of play, and bringing in Matondo as his first signing seems to be a clear signal of that intent. Fans are gonna want to see Matondo hit the ground running and prove he’s the spark Hibs needs.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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