Hull City head coach Sergej Jakirovic said the club is close to signing Bristol City winger Yū Hirakawa on loan. Jakirovic stated that an agreement has been reached with both the player and Bristol City. He anticipates Hirakawa will arrive for a medical check on Sunday, and that a press conference is also a possibility. The coach noted that Hirakawa could be in the squad for Tuesday's game at Deepdale, adding that his versatility in playing on the right wing, at right wing-back, and on the left is beneficial as the team is lacking those options. The 25-year-old Japanese international, who was in Bristol City's squad on Saturday, is expected to complete the formalities of his move to the MKM Stadium on Sunday. Hirakawa joined Bristol City in July 2025 and has a contract with the club until June 2028. In the Championship this season, he has recorded one goal and two assists in 24 appearances. He has been capped once by Japan and has a Transfermarkt market value of €1.00m.