Hibernian have completed the signing of Gaël Bigirimana on a short-term deal until the end of the season.

The 25-year-old joins from Motherwell, where he helped them reach two cup finals since signing in 2017.

The midfielder started his career at Coventry, signing for Newcastle United in 2012.

He returned to Coventry in 2015, initially on loan, before sealing a permanent move in 2016.

He now joins the Easter Road side on an initial deal until the end of the season, providing competition in the middle of the park.

Bigirimana has five caps for Burundi, having represented England at Under-20 level.

Gael said: “When I was told Hibs wanted to take me I was gobsmacked.

“We didn’t think anything was going to happen in this window, it just shows you in football you never know what can happen.

“Every time I’ve played against Hibs I’ve seen some really good performances from them, some good technical players, and now I’ve got my chance to join them.”

Bigirimana will now train with his new team-mates ahead of Saturday’s match with Aberdeen, and hopes he can support the side over the next few months.

“I like to think of myself as an all-round player.

“I love playing with the ball – my strongest attribute I’d say is passing and trying to control the tempo of the game, making the other team suffer by chasing the ball.

“I can bring that composure to the team, that energy, and when it comes to doing the dirty side of the game it’s all about serving the team.”