Fulham keeping tabs on Hibs defender Paul Hanlon

Last updated : 01 November 2011 By Steve Forbes

English Premiership giants Fulham have today been linked with a move for Hibs defender Paul Hanlon.

The 21-year-old, who can play left back or centre half, is on the radar of Craven Cottage boss Martin Jol, after he took a trip north to spy on Celtic pair James Forrest and Mark Wilson.

Jol spotted the Hibees, Scotland U21 captain, and was impressed with his performances in the two games against Celtic last week.

Hanlon is one of the latest products of the Hibees famous youth academy, and has now played over 75 games for the club.

He has been capped at U19 and U21 level for Scotland, and was captain of the U19’s and is the current U21 captain.

Hanlon also had a spell on loan to then First division side St Johnstone during the 2008/09 season, playing 4 times for the Perth side.