Zambian midfielder Miguel Chaiwa has joined Scottish Premiership side Hibernian FC on a three year deal.
The club confirmed Chaiwa’s acquisition on their official website. He has completed his switch from Swiss side BSC Young Boys.
Hibernian FC have an option to extend the contract for another year.
“We’re delighted to announce the permanent signing of young defensive midfielder Miguel Chaiwa, subject to work permit approval.
The 21-year-old has joined for an undisclosed fee from Swiss Super League side BSC Young Boys, putting pen-to-paper on a three-year deal. We also have an option to extend his contract by a further campaign.”
Chaiwa joined BSC Young Boys in the summer of 2022 and worked his way into their First Team set-up, going onto make 31 appearances in all competitions.
15 of those came during the 2024/25 campaign, including Champions League appearances against Galatasaray, Celtic, and Red Star Belgrade. He also lifted the Swiss Cup and the Swiss Super League with Young Boys in the 2022/23 campaign.
On the international front, Chaiwa has earned 11 senior caps for the Zambia National Team.
Hibernian FC Head Coach David Gray says he is looking forward to working with the Young Zambian midfielder.
“We’re pleased to bring Miguel to the Club, he adds strength to our midfield options,” he said.
“He’s a young, athletic player that has a lot of potential. He’s keen to learn and develop, and we look forward to working with him and helping him to progress.”
