Fulham are reportedly keen on signing 17-year-old Scottish sensation Aiden McGinlay in the summer transfer window.
According to a report from Football Insider, Aiden McGinlay is the subject of interest from Fulham. But the West London club will face stiff competition from Celtic for the 17-year-old Scottish prospect.
McGinlay is highly rated in Scotland, and he has a bright future ahead of himself. The winger has excelled with the under-18 team at Queens Park, and the likes of Celtic and Fulham are now hoping to secure his signature. Apparently, Fulham have recently sent scouts to watch the winger in action last week.
Queens Park are hoping to hold on to the player for the long term, and they are looking to agree on a professional contract with the player. It will be interesting to see if the 17-year-old is willing to put pen to paper on a deal with Queens Park.
If he does not sign a professional contract with them, the player could leave for a compensation fee of just £70,000 in the summer. Signing the 17-year-old for the reported amount would be a major bargain for Fulham. He could be the ideal long-term prospect for the West London club, and they could help him develop and fulfil his tremendous potential.
Aiden McGinlay could be tempted to join big clubs
The opportunity to join a Premier League club can be quite exciting, and the Scottish sensation is likely to be tempted. In addition, Celtic are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and they could provide him with the platform to compete for trophies on a regular basis. They might be able to offer him ample game time as well.
It will be interesting to see where the 17-year-old ends up eventually. McGinlay is a prodigious talent, and he needs to choose his next destination carefully. He cannot afford to sit on the bench at a big club at this stage of his career. He should only consider a move to Celtic or Fulham if they are willing to provide him with ample first-team opportunities. Regular football with the two clubs could accelerate his development and help him achieve his true potential.
