VfL Wolfsburg are targeting 23-year-old Scottish midfielder Josh Mulligan from Hibernian. Lille is also interested in the player. It has been reported that Leeds United and Nottingham Forest made initial approaches for the player in December, with Forest's interest being more advanced. According to French media, the former Scotland Under-21s international has a release clause in his contract at Hibs. Mulligan joined Hibernian on a free transfer from Dundee in July 2025 and has one goal and three assists in 18 Scottish Premiership appearances this season. His contract expires in May 2029, and his current market value is €1.20m, according to Transfermarkt.