Bournemouth’s Stewart appointed Head of Recruitment at Hibernian

Hibs are 25%-owned by Bill Foley’s Black Knight consortium, which also owns Bournemouth. The appointment would “further strengthens the strategic and operational connection” between the two clubs, Black Knight said. 

Stewart will work alongside Hibs Sporting Director Malky Mackay “on all areas of player identification and recruitment”.

Mackay said: “It’s great to be able to bring someone of Garvan’s calibre to the football club. He’s been part of a highly successful recruitment team at AFC Bournemouth and will add real experience and guile to our player identification department.

“Garvan’s expertise in data and analysis, and his knowledge of Bournemouth’s and Black Knight’s systems will be invaluable for us and will hugely enhance our recruitment process and strategy. I’m looking forward to having him on board.”

Bournemouth Technical Director Simon Francis added: “During his time at Bournemouth, Garvan demonstrated a great work ethic, professionalism, and the ability to connect player profiles to the needs of the club within the recruitment and data departments.

“We will continue to work closely with Garvan, as well as Malky and everyone at Hibernian to enhance on-pitch performance.”