Mykola Kukharevych: Swansea striker back at Hibs on loan

Striker Mykola Kukharevych has returned for a second loan spell with Hibernian.

The Ukrainian, 23, arrives from Swansea City following an injury-hit season in the English Championship.

He spent the previous campaign at Easter Road, scoring five goals in 15 games, while a player with French club Troyes.

“I know all about his strengths and how his all-round play will benefit the team this season,” manager David Gray told the club website.

“He will have no trouble slotting back in again. He understands the league well, knows the players in the dressing room and we are all excited to work with him again.”

Kukharevych’s contract at Swansea runs until 2026, with the option of a further 12 months.