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In the summer window, there are always plenty of rumours of transfers both in and out that could completely reshape the feel of a team, and when rumours began circling of John McGinn’s departure, many started to believe the club could do the unthinkable.

But after holding firm behind the scenes, Unai Emery was able to hold on to the captain, something that one former club scout thinks has been a huge blessing. But one former Villa scout is surprised if they even considered it.

Under David Moyes, Everton saw in McGinn the kind of leadership, versatility, and midfield experience that the side was missing, placing a formal £18 million bid just a few weeks ago in August.

Luckily for Emery, the club rejected the bid. Bryan King, who spent much of his career as a scout fo

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