Rudi Molotnikov, born on 23 May 2006 (age 20), is a Scottish central attacking midfielder whose senior career has been shaped chiefly at Hibernian. His early development included loan football, but Hibs remain the club around which the story sits.
Across four seasons with Hibernian, Molotnikov has made 17 league appearances without scoring. His first-team involvement has been steady rather than spectacular, with his 2023-2024 campaign bringing three league outings and offering him another small step into senior football.
In 2025-2026, he has again made three league appearances for Hibernian. His form has been solid when used, though he has been out of the matchday squad recently, with his last appearance coming in the 0-0 draw against Rangers on 1 February 2026.
Molotnikov remains a developing Scottish midfielder with Hibernian as the clear centre of his career so far. The next stage is straightforward enough: more regular minutes, and a clearer place in the side.
