Paul Hanlon admits as a Hibs fan and player he will be 'disappointed' to see Ryan Porteous leave - but believes he can really kick on when he lands his big move.
The Hibees defender has informed the club he won't be extending his contract that expires at the end of the season. That means he can start talking to interested parties come January 1 as the race to snap up the defender gets ready to kick into gear. Lee Johnson could get his last selection out of the Scotland international in the TV clash with Celtic tonight while it is also another opportunity to show potential suitors what he can do.
Hanlon has watched the stopper come through at Easter Road from a boy and he has no doubt his next move will be a big one and then he could take another leap from there to reach the very top level. The Hibs legend has spoken with Porteous throughout the whole process and has always been there to give advice and tips throughout his career to date in the capital. He said: “I have been here his whole career and watched him come through as a really young boy. As a Hibs fan and member of the squad I’m disappointed he will be moving on.
