Bologna pessimistic over Hickey deal as Bayern take the lead in race to sign Scottish left-back

The signing of Aaron Hickey for Bologna seems to be getting more and more unlikely. The 18-year-old left-back, currently contracted at Heart of Midlothian, seems inclined to accept the offer submitted by Bayern Munich, one of the other clubs - together with Celtic and Lyon - pushing to sign the young Scotsman.

Hickey, who was in Italy last week to hold talks with Bologna, will give his final answer to the Rossoblu in the coming hours. However, the signals coming from the parties involved in the deal are not positive for the Italian club, with Bayern Munich currently in the lead to secure the player's signature.