March 2007
Hibernian have made the former Real Zaragoza teenager Shahnom Naraghi the SPL’s first Iranian import.
The winger, 18, impressed boss John Collins on trial to earn a deal.
He was denied the chance to make his debut against Dunfermline reserves on Tuesday after not receiving international clearance in time.
Naraghi is regarded as one of the country’s top young prospects and has been capped at Under 20 level. He spent last seasons with Spanish La Liga club Real Zaragoza after coming through the ranks with Iranian champions Esteghlal.
Collins, therefore, hopes to see the Easter Road club benefit from his potential.
“He is well-developed, powerfully-built, very quick and skilful,” he said.
“He looks promising and he can play wide right or left.
“The fact is that, as a club, we can’t go out and buy the finished article.
“We have to look at players whom we can develop.
