Championship clubs West Ham United, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Southampton are all monitoring Hibernian midfielder Josh Mulligan, according to TEAMtalk. The 23-year-old enjoyed a breakthrough season with Hibs, contributing five assists and one goal while establishing himself as a consistent performer in midfield.
Scouts from the English clubs have reportedly been impressed by Mulligan’s energy, versatility, and ability to drive forward with the ball. Both West Ham and Wolves, preparing for squad reshaping following their recent relegations, have already made initial enquiries regarding the Scotland Under-21 international’s availability. West Ham are considering Mulligan as a potential replacement for Mateus Fernandes, who is reportedly a target for Manchester United and valued at £80 million.
Southampton are also in the mix, continuing their rebuild under a new manager and seeking to add depth and athleticism to their midfield options. Mulligan has emerged as a potential value signing as they assess targets in the British market, and could be considered as a replacement for Shea Charles, who is attracting interest from Leeds United in a deal worth £20 million.
Hibernian are in a relatively strong negotiating position, with Mulligan still having three years remaining on his current contract. This means the Scottish club are not under immediate pressure to sell, but they are aware of the growing interest and are bracing themselves for formal offers in the coming weeks. Mulligan’s rising stock suggests the situation could develop quickly as the transfer window progresses.
