Update emerges on Aiden McGeady’s future after Sunderland exit amid links to Hibernian

With Aiden McGeady’s Sunderland contract expiring at the end of June, the 36-year-old will be leaving the Stadium of Light and has been linked with a move to Hibernian to link up with former Black Cats boss Lee Johnson, according to journalist Graham Falk. 

However, a report from The Scotsman has claimed that any deal is unlikely to be imminent with the move still up in the air.

Hibernian are still aiming to get all of their summer business done early, but with the transfer window not opening until 10th June in Scotland, the club have some time to consider their potential moves and look at moving players who could be moved on in order to free up squad space and wages to make more signings.

That’s not to say a move to Scotland for the winger won’t be happen however, but any move will not be imminent with the Scottish Premiership side trying to tie down other targets first.

For Lee Johnson, it is about managing his budget whilst also addressing weaknesses in the squad to ensure his side go into next season in a better position.

Aiden McGeady has struggled to have an impact this season due to a long term injury and although the 36-year-old was available for the play-offs, he failed to make an appearance throughout.

Therefore, despite doing well when he has played this season, it’s no surprise that he is leaving the Black Cats as they enter their new era in the Championship.

As it stands, there is no confirmation of whether the move will or won’t happen this season but what we do know is that it’s unlikely to be that’s announced soon.

The Verdict: 

With McGeady’s departure from Sunderland, this seems like a sensible move.

After being frozen out of the Sunderland squad under Phil Parkinson’s reign as manager, Lee Johnson