Reported Sunderland target Stevie Mallan is claimed to join Hibernian from Barnsley in the summer transfer window.
Sunderland look set to miss out on Stevie Mallan, as the Barnsley midfielder will join Hibernian today, as reported by The Scottish Sun.
According to The Scottish Sun, Scottish Premiership club Hibernian will complete the signing of Mallan from Barnsley, who will play in League One in England next season after getting relegated from the Championship.
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BBC Sport has reported that the two clubs have agreed a fee regarding the transfer of the 22-year-old midfielder this summer.
Sunderland to miss out
Sunderland have been linked with a move for Mallan in the summer transfer window, with The Scottish Sun reporting of the Black Cats’ interest in the 22-year-old midfielder last month.
New Sunderland manager Jack Ross worked with the Scottish youngster at his former club St. Mirren, and is reportedly interested in bringing him to the Stadium of Light this summer.
However, latest reports from The Scottish Sun and BBC Sport suggest that the Black Cats will miss out on the 22-year-old, who will be a great signing for Hibernian in their quest to finish second in the Scottish Premiership next season.
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