Aston Villa in "pole position" for Hibernian ace John McGinn

Hibs boss Neil Lennon has confirmed Villa are in “pole position” to sign the 23-year-old after the two clubs agreed a fee.

Celtic, who have been in talks with their Scottish rivals for most of the summer over McGinn, are understood to have now matched Villa’s offer.

But McGinn spent yesterday in talks at Villa’s Bodymoor Heath training ground and Lennon believes a deal is close.

Lennon said: "John went down to Birmingham, I think he is having a medical there. A fee has been agreed. I don't know if personal terms have been agreed yet.

"I think Celtic have matched the offer but I think Villa are in the driving position at the minute."

Lennon revealed there had been other approaches for McGinn but no firm bids from interested clubs other than Villa and Celtic.

"If they do (bid) they are leaving it very late because I think the process is well down the line, certainly with Aston Villa and Steve Bruce, as far as I'm aware," said Lennon.

"I don't know if John's head has been turned by Aston Villa, I have not spoken to him on it yet, but as far as I'm aware they are certainly in a really strong position in terms of getting his services.

"I know Steve well, I had a good chat with him on a number of occasions about John. He's an excellent manager, an excellent guy.

"I think John met him for dinner last night (Tuesday) and he was very impressed with what Steve had to say."

Villa have been linked with a move for Watford striker Isaac Success. Reports have claimed the 22-year-old Nigerian international could join on a season-long loan deal, with a view to a permanent transfer next summer.