American businessman Ron Gordon has concluded a takeover of Scottish Premiership side Hibernian.
Hibernian are close to securing the signing of Preston goalkeeper Chris Maxwell on loan, Sky Sports News understands.
Hibernian are expected to complete the signings of Tom James and Christian Doidge in the next 24 hours, Sky Sports News understands.
The first Old Firm derby will take place on August 31, while Hibernian take on Hearts in the first Edinburgh derby on September 21.
Reaction and analysis following the publication of the fixtures for the 2019/20 Scottish Premiership season.
Hibernian chairman Rod Petrie has been confirmed as the new president of the Scottish FA.
Hibernian have signed defender Adam Jackson on a two-year deal from newly-promoted Sky Bet Championship side Barnsley.
Brentford have completed the signing of Hibernian defender Kane O'Connor for an undisclosed fee, subject to international clearance.
| # | Team | Pl | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Hamilton | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | Hearts | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Hibernian | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 | Kilmarnock | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | Livingston | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| # | Team | Pl | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arbroath | 2 | 6 | 6 |
| 2 | Hibernian | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| 3 | Elgin City | 2 | -1 | 2 |
| 4 | Alloa | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 5 | Stirling | 2 | -5 | 1 |
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