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Celtic need to get serious about Hibernian’s John McGinn

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Brighton and Hove Albion and Bournemouth are reportedly interested in signing Hibernian midfielder John McGinn in the summer transfer window.

John McGinn of Hibernian celebrates at the final whistle as Hibernian beat Rangers 3-2 during the William Hill Scottish Cup Final between Rangers FC and Hibernian FC at Hamden Park on May...

Hibernian midfielder John McGinn is a long-term target of Celtic. Back in June 2017, The Express reported that the Hoops were planning to sign the 23-year-old from Hibernian in the summer of 2017, while a report in ChronicleLive in February 2018 stated that the performances of the Scotland international midfielder this season have caught the eye of the Glasgow giants.

John McGinn of Hibernian gestures to the Hibs fans at the final whistle during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match between Rangers and Hibernian at Ibrox Stadium on August 12, 2017 in...

However, Celtic could face some stiff competition for the 23-year-old midfielder in the summer transfer window. According to The Daily Mail, McGinn is a £3 million target for Premier League duo Brighton and Hove Albion and Bournemouth.

It has been reported that Brighton manager Chris Hughton and Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe both have enquired about the availability of the Hibernian midfielder, with Celtic yet to make a move.

John McGinn of Hibernian vies with Jason Holt of Rangers during the Scottish Championship match between Hibernian and Rangers at Easter Road on April 20, 2016 in Edinburgh, Scotland.

With two Premier League clubs (reportedly) interested in McGinn, it could be tough for Celtic to secure the services of the Hibernian star in the summer transfer window, unless the Bhoys get the ball rolling now and start making enquiries for a truly talented and promising young midfielder.