Hibs head coach Shaun Maloney says Kevin Nisbet is getting closer with the club's support after the Cambuslang man's Scottish Cup winner.
Maloney's men toiled against League One Cove Rangers in the Scottish Cup fourth round but eventually progressed 1-0 victors after extra-time through Nisbet's goal.
It was his eighth goal of the season and the forward's form over the campaign has been subject to criticism from fans.
His head coach at Hibs says that it's something he has learned more about since becoming boss last month, but Nisbet has been as good as gold for him.
He explained: "I’ve obviously inherited that. I’m starting to learn more why that is. From my point of view, he’s been really, really good, in terms of his commitment.
"There was a great moment when the fans actually appreciated the work he did out of possession.
"He brings that quality. He has a chance and that’s what numbers do. They have chances, they miss them. They have chances they score them.
"At Kevin’s level, I think he’ll score more and I’m really pleased for him. I hope that connection between him and the fans is starting to change. Honestly he’s been so committed for me.”
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