As reported by the press on Monday night, York are interested in making Fagan-Walcott's loan stay permanent, with Football Insider reporting that a fee has already been agreed. Suggested.
Hinshelwood confirmed to the press that the two clubs are in talks to bring Fagan-Walcott into York's squad permanently, adding that the centre-back is hoping to extend his stay in North Yorkshire. I admitted it.
However, Hinshelwood admitted that there are ongoing negotiations between the two clubs, although the “details” have not yet been agreed.
“I think there are negotiations going on,” Hinshelwood confirmed.
“We want Malachi to be a permanent player for York. He's a really big signing for us. He's 22 years old and has a lot of ability.
“It's just a matter of trying to agree a fee with Cardiff and see if that's possible.
“Such discussions are taking place, but the details have not yet been agreed.
“However, we believe that negotiations are progressing well.”
Talks are underway to turn Fagan-Walcott's loan move into a permanent deal, but Hinshelwood admitted it is something the club and he consider when bringing in players on loan. .
The manager is always thinking about his long-term future with the club and it confirms that thought has always been at the back of his mind.
“I always like to think that there is a possibility of signing players (permanently) and that we are not just benefiting other teams by playing players from other teams. I think so.
“The possibility of signing a player permanently is always in the back of our minds.”