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Brentford are looking to beat Arsenal, Newcastle and Napoli in race to sign 19-year-old Scottish fullback Aaron Hickey from Bologna

Brentford are pushing to win the race to sign versatile Scottish defender Aaron Hickey.

The Bees are hoping to firm up their long-standing interest in Bologna's Hickey, who has been the subject of growing interest ahead of the summer window.

Thomas Frank's side have recovered from a mid-season wobble and now sit 11th in the Premier League table, 12 points clear of relegation with one game remaining.

Scottish fullback Aaron Hickey has scored five goals in 34 Serie A games for Bologna

Arsenal, Newcastle and Italian side Napoli have also been linked with former Celtic youngster Hickey, who has played on both the left and right as a defender and also a wingback.