In a swift succession of midfield departures, Celtic have seen yet another player, South Korean Kwon, leave the club just a day after Bosun Lawal’s move to the English Championship. Kwon, who struggled to secure a regular starting spot in Brendan Rodgers’ plans, will now look to continue his development under the guidance of Hibs manager David Gray.
Despite showcasing potential during a successful loan spell at St Mirren in the previous season, Kwon faced stiff competition at Celtic, especially with established players like Callum McGregor and Tomoki Iwata ahead of him in the pecking order. The move to Hibs presents Kwon with an excellent opportunity to gain consistent first-team experience in the highly competitive Scottish Premiership.
While Kwon’s loan to Hibs is expected to provide mutual benefits, allowing the Edinburgh side to add a valuable midfield option to their squad, fans will have to wait to see him in action. Due to loan agreement restrictions, Kwon will be ineligible to play in the upcoming Premier Sports Cup match against his parent club Celtic at Parkhead this weekend.
Nevertheless, the loan deal signifies a strategic move for Kwon’s career progression, offering him the chance to further develop his skills through regular game time and top-tier competition. As he embarks on this new chapter with Hibernian, the South Korean midfielder will be eager to make a positive impact and carve out a significant role within his new team.
