The Tractor Boys and the Canaries were first linked before the Baggies and the Potters were said keen in a separate report. Scottish giants Celtic are also admirers of the Queens Park prospect.
Now, a fresh report from Football Insider has named a new admirer of McGinlay. They claim that Premier League side Fulham are also keen on the 17-year-old midfielder. The Cottagers sent scouts to watch him in action last week and while his club are keen to tie him down to a deal, the sought-after McGinlay may move on for only £70,000 compensation. Fulham scouts have been impressed by what they’ve seen, so West Brom, Ipswich Town, Norwich City and Stoke City could be in for some competition.
If McGinlay decides to leave this summer, he appears to have a number of possibilities. Some famous clubs are eager on giving him the opportunity to play under their supervision.
Fulham and Ipswich Town’s interest, meanwhile, might complicate matters for Championship fans.
Both clubs will be playing in the Premier League next season and while the likes of West Brom, Norwich City, Stoke City and Celtic could all be attractive options, the draw of England’s top-flight may be too strong.
Of course, the Baggies or the Canaries may yet make it to the Premier League with their respective play-off battles hanging in the balance.
To be so interested at the age of 17 speaks volumes about his current abilities and potential for future improvement. Many Scottish prospects have piqued the interest of fans in their home country before migrating south, and he may likely follow suit.
Wherever he ends up next, the priority will be to ensure that he is in the greatest possible environment for his growth. That club will have to carefully manage and monitor his progress before promoting him to the senior team when the time comes.
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