Hull to also lose Ahmed Elmohamady as Premier League predators circle?

Egypt international Elmohamady, still just 27, has spades of experience following two stints with Sunderland and is also a two-time Africa Cup of Nations winner with the Pharaohs, for who has has a superb 70 caps.

The North African attacker is reportedly being eyed by Stoke City, who are making strides with signings, and appear to have identified their wings as an area for improvement. While West Bromwich Albion have done little of note so far this summer and are also rumoured to be interested in the Egyptian, as the Baggies seek attacking quality to add stardust to their stubborn backline.

Elmohamady, who caught the eye, especially in his final few top flight games, should be a signing right up Tony Pulis’ alley, with his ability to play in any wide right role and his defensive endeavors likely to appeal to the ex-Potters boss.

Two league goals plus five assists from last season is hardly an earth-shattering haul, but for a mooted cut-price fee of around £3m, it is no wonder European giants Sevilla are also linked.

A consistent player, who played the full 90 minutes in all of his 38 Premier league appearances last campaign could fit the part as a reliable right-sided squad player for the Bathtubs, following adaptable Aleix Vidal’s departure, though Elmohamady would be sorely missed at the KC Stadium.