John McGinn has been 'desperate' to land a Scottish team in European competition and now the Scotland star has his wish. The beloved midfielder will get the chance to square off with old team Hibs in what will be an emotional return for the now Aston Villa man.
McGinn spent three successful years at Easter Road, being part of the infamous side that won the 2016 Scottish Cup and will be given a hero's welcome at Easter Road on Wednesday when Unai Emery's men travel to Edinburgh for the glamour tie.
And it is something the 28-year-old has been looking forward to months according to brother Stephen, who was on commentary duties for Aberdeen's Viaplay Cup clash with Stirling Albion.
His sibling believes regardless it would have been a special night for McGinn who is captaining the Villa Park side back to Europe.