Hibs have a number of loan stars at Easter Road who have proved important to Lee Johnson's squad so far this season.
The likes of attacker Elie Youan, who has produced four goals and six assists including good performances against Celtic, Hearts and Rangers, has an option to buy on his season-long arrangement from Swiss side St. Gallen. Meanwhile the likes of defender Will Fish from Manchester United and American forward Matthew Hoppe from Middlesbrough are also on loan but have found form recently.
Hibs chief Kensell admits the finances are there to make some loan deals a permanent switch and that in the case of Frenchman Youan conversations have already taken place. He also admits it wouldn't be a 'calculated risk' for the club to extend stays past the summer.
