As reported by The Scottish Sun, Australian international Jamie Maclaren would love a return to Hibs this summer, after a successful period on loan at Easter Road last season.
What’s the story?
Maclaren plays for German second-tier side SV Darmstadt but moved to Hibs on loan in January, impressing supporters with a series of strong performances, banging in enough goals to help the Leith side qualify for European competition.
Now it appears he wants to leave Germany behind for good.
The Scottish Sun say he has made it clear he wants to reunite with Neil Lennon at Hibs.
The paper say that a few would be required to make his switch to the Scottish Premiership permanent.
The player is currently rated as worth £900k by Transfermarkt.
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Should Hibs spend money on him?
Maclaren showed enough on loan last season to be worth a healthy bid from the Easter Road side this summer, especially given his desire to play for the club.
He scored eight goals in 15 appearances on loan, including a goal against champions Celtic, one against arch rivals Hearts and an incredible hat-trick in a 5-5 draw with Rangers in the final game of the season.
Still just 24 years of age, he not only already has the ability to shine in the Scottish top-flight but also excellent long-term potential and resale value should Hibs take the plunge and pay the money to get him.
With Florian Kamberi already signed up ahead of next term, adding Maclaren is something the club should be prioritising this pre-season.
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