Man United near transfer deal for rising Queen's Park star as Spiders hold seven figures hope

Manchester United are closing in on a deal to sign Queen’s Park keeper Callan McKenna.

The English Premier League giants are in advanced talks to seal a six figure deal for the 17-year-old. The move is loaded with add-ons and could see Queen’s net more than seven figures if they are triggered. The Scotland under-19 cap has already made seven first-team appearances for the Spiders this season before he was sidelined by injury.

United have been trailing McKenna for some time and are now close to a deal to fend off serious English Premier League interest, including Arsenal and Chelsea. McKenna has previously had a training stint at Leicester City. The talented shot-stopper has progressed through the Queen’s Park academy into their first-team, after previous spells at Celtic and Hibs.

Queen's are looking to make a name for themselves through their academy and have invested heavily in it. The Scottish Championship outfit are on the verge of confirming Callum Davidson as their new manager. He will be assisted by his former St Johnstone coach Liam Craig.

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