Hibernian new boy Charalampos Mavrias has credited his spell with Sunderland for helping him understand the strength of Scottish football, following his switch to Easter Road.
The 24-year-old has signed on a short-term deal until January with Hibs and could extend his time under Neil Lennon if the move works out for both parties.
Mavrias, who was a free agent after his contract expired with Croatian outfit NK Rijeka in the summer, was on trial with Lennon’s side for several weeks before reaching an agreement.
The full-back made four appearances in the Premier League for Sunderland during his time at the Stadium of Light, and represented Karsruher SC in Germany before spending a season at Rijeka.
Mavrias has credited his spell with Sunderland for helping him understand more about the strength of Scottish football and admitted that it will be a tough challenge for him.
“From the first day that I came here I saw that it is a very good club. The organisation is amazing and the environment for football is top quality”, Mavrias told the Evening Times.
“I knew Scottish football was a really strong league and when I was at Sunderland I was able to see some games so I know this will be a tough challenge.”
Mavrias has earned five caps for Greece at senior level and will be available for selection against Celtic on Saturday if his international clearance comes through in time.
