Hibernian have decided to allow four players to leave, in order to make room for possible signings during the transfer window.

Kevin Thomson, Rowan Vine, Tim Clancy and Tom Taiwo have been told by manager Terry Butcher that they are no longer needed at Easter Road, according to The Express.

All four have struggled to make an impression since Butcher replaced Pat Fenlon in November, and have been informed that they will not get extensions on their contracts, which run out at the end of the season.

Hibs are sixth in the Scottish Premiership.