Hibs sign FC Utrecht defender Francis Dickoh

31 August 2010 22:46
Experienced Ghana international signs for the Hibees Hibs have tonight secured the signing of FC Utrecht defender Francis Dickoh. The 27-year-old centre half has signed a one-year-deal at Easter Road, and joins the Hibees for a nominal fee. The 6ft 2in Ghana international has spent the last four years with the Dutch Eredivisie side, playing over 100 games, and scoring 5 goals. He also played over 100 games for Danish side Nordsjaelland, as well as playing for two other Danish sides B93 and Farum BK. Speaking to the official club website, Dickoh said: “I am really pleased to have signed for Hibernian, a big club, with a great stadium and excellent training facility. “As soon as I was taken round the training centre, I knew I wanted to join Hibernian, and I think Edinburgh is a beautiful city, a perfect place to live. “I would like to make an impact straight away, and help the club challenge for honours. “I am an ambitious player, and I hope to fulfil my career goals here at Hibs. The stadium is a great setting for a successful team, and I’m very excited about what we could achieve at the club.” Welcome to the club Francis, from everyone at Hibernian-Mad. Tell us what you think of this news on the Hibernian-Mad message board, at the link below. http://www.hibernian-mad.co.uk/mboard/loadboard.asp

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