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Sunderland reportedly still interested in John McGinn, despite huge interest

John McGinn poses for photographs during a Scotland media session at Mar Hall near Bishopton on November 7, 2016 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Ian MacNico...
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Jack Ross’s Sunderland side are in a big battle to sign John McGinn from Hibernian this summer.

John McGinn of Hibernian in action during the Ladbrokes Scottish Premiership match between Rangers and Hibernian at Ibrox Stadium on August 12, 2017 in Glasgow, Scotland.

According to the Daily Record, Hibernian midfielder John McGinn is interesting Sunderland, and if they can get a deal over the line then it would be a highly impressive piece of business.

The paper suggests that Sunderland are now competing with West Ham United, Aston Villa, Celtic and Rangers for the central midfielder.

Sunderland now must arguably be considered the underdogs in the race for his signature, following their relegation to League One.

John McGinn of Hibernian controls the ball during the Scottish League Cup Semi final match between Hibernian and St Johnstone at Tynecastle Stadium on January 30, 2016 in Edinburgh,...

Hibs are said to be looking for at least £5 million for the 24-year-old, which would require the Black Cats to raise significant funds to sign anyway.

But if they can get a deal over the line, then Sunderland would highlight their ambition for the upcoming campaign.

John McGinn of Hibernian in action during the pre season friendly between Hibernian and Sunderland at Easter Road on July 9, 2017 in Edinburgh, Scotland.

New Sunderland owner Stewart Donald has promised Jack Ross significant funds to spend on his squad.

And if Sunderland are able to bring in Ross it is becoming a more impressive deal by the day, as interest mounts in the Scotland international.