Hibernian issue transfer update on Manchester United defender Will Fish

Hibernian manager Lee Johnson has confirmed that he is confident the club will re-sign Manchester United defender Will Fish on loan in this summer's transfer window.

As reported by the Manchester Evening News last Wednesday, Fish has agreed to rejoin the Scottish Premiership club on loan for a second season running. He joined the Edinburgh-based club on a season-long loan deal at the end of last summer's transfer window and made 21 appearances in all competitions, chipping in with three goals.

Fish, who is a graduate from United's academy, featured in the second half of the Reds' 2-0 win over Leeds United in Norway last week. He was one of 11 players introduced by Erik ten Hag at half-time and he produced a solid and professional performance in the heart of the defence alongside fellow youngster Rhys Bennett.

The defender is expected to be included in the squad that will take on Lyon at Murrayfield on Wednesday. He is then expected to stay in the Scottish capital, finalise his move to Hibs and prepare for the start of the new season.

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Boss Johnson has now confirmed that he is optimistic about re-signing Fish, admitting that the club is "constant contact" with both United and the player.

"We're in constant contact with Manchester United and I am in constant contact with Will himself," said Johnson, as quoted by Football Scotland. "I'm very positive about that one.

"But until it is signed, sealed and delivered it's not one I can guarantee is going to happen."

Fish, who was sent-off during United's 3-1