Hibs join the hunt for Islam Feruz

Last updated : 01 September 2015 By Steve Forbes

Hibs have today been linked with a move for Chelsea forward Islam Freuz.

The 19-year-old will be allowed to leave Stamford Bridge on loan, and Chelsea are willing to pay most of his reported £25,000 a week wages.

A number of English Championship and League One club's are keen on the former Celtic youngster, but Feruz is willing to return to Scotland, where he grew up, and has already held positive talks with Hibs boss Alan Stubbs.

Feruz has had two loan spells before, but only managed 3 games in all, while with Greek side OFI Crete and Blackpool.

Feruz, of course, isn't the only option Hibs are working on, with the Hibees said to be holding talks with Stevie May, and also eyeing a move for former Motherwell man Michael Higdon.