Joe Newell Extends Contract & Named Hibs Captain

Hibernian midfielder Joe Newell has signed a contract extension and has been named Club Captain for the upcoming 2024/25 campaign!

The 31-year-old has penned a new two-year contract extension, keeping him at the Club until summer 2027. 

The midfielder joined the Hibees in the summer of 2019 and has since gone on to become a fans’ favourite at Easter Road.

During his time with the Club so far, the Englishman has made 189 appearances to date, scoring 10 goals and winning the Club’s Player of the Year and Player’s Player of the Year in the 2022/23 season.

Across the last five years in Leith, Newell has developed into a real leader both on and off the pitch with his fantastic attitude and exemplary work ethic. 

He has captained the Hibees 29 times in total and has now been named Club Captain by Hibs Head Coach, David Gray.

Upon penning the new contract, Newell commented: “I am delighted to extend my time at this great club. Everyone who knows me knows how much Hibs means to me and I am grateful to be able to commit my future to here. 

“To be named Club Captain is the biggest honour of my career so far. I was looking at the list of previous Hibs captains and to be added to that list of names and follow in the footsteps of some great players is an absolute privilege and truly means the world to me.

“We are all looking forward to the new season and I will do everything I can as captain to make sure we are successful this year.”

Hibernian FC Head Coach, David Gray, added: “First of all, I am delighted that Joe has committed his future to the Club. 

“He is a great example to the young players at the Football Club, he is an excellent player and has maintained a high level of consistency with his performances over the years. 

“It was an easy decision for me to name Joe as Club Captain. From playing alongside him to coaching him, I know what he is like as a competitor and a leader both on and off the pitch. He is a great personality to have around the dressing room, understands the Club inside out and has a real connection with our supporters. 

“I know he will embrace this new role and play a big part in driving the standards of this Football Club.”