Hibs boss John Hughes has today admitted that English Premiership side Burnley have been in touch about the availability of striker Steven Fletcher.
Reports at the weekend stated that Burnley had tabled a £2.75m bid for the Hibs forward, and it now seems their interest is real.
Hibs are looking for £4m for Fletcher, but it's believed a deal closer to £3.5m will secure his signature.
The Hibees would be looking for £3m up front, and a further £500,000 in add-ons.
New boss Hughes said:
"Owen called to give me the heads up that there's an interest there. He asked me about Fletch and I told him he can compete, he's good in the air, quick and when he gets the ball on that left foot he always hits the target.
"Having been travelling yesterday I need to get up to date not only with what's happening regarding Fletch but a number of things so I'll be meeting the chairman and chief executive today to discuss a range of matters.
"I am a great admirer of Fletch and I'd love to have the opportunity to work with him.
"I am a manager and a coach and I work with the players at my disposal. But I also understand football is a business and Hibs run a very good business."
Burnley could still face competition for his signature, with Blackburn Rovers, Middlesbrough, Newcastle United and Wigan Ath monitoring the situation.