Hibernian are looking to take Reading striker Marc McNulty on an 18-month loan deal.

Reports in Scotland suggest the Scottish Premiership outfit are confident the move will go through before the 11pm deadline on Thursday evening.

McNulty, who was signed by former Royals boss Paul Clement last summer on a four-year contract, has fallen out of favour under Jose Gomes and been told to find a new club elsewhere.

The Scot has scored just one goal in 15 games for Reading this season, with only six of those appearances coming as starts.

The 26-year-old, who was on Hibs' books as a youngster, is said to be keen on the move, according to The Scotsman . And he believes a move north of the border will enhance his prospects of playing at international level.

Manager Neil Lennon recently left Hibs but the report says this will not hamper their chances of signing McNulty on an 18-month loan.

The report adds League One leaders Luton Town were also looking to sign the striker, but instead signed Jason Cummings, allowing Hibs to be the frontrunners in the race for his signature.

Sunderland were also linked with McNulty earlier in the window.

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