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Derek McInnes in transfer confession as Scott McKenna Aberdeen flashback makes him think differently

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Former Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes has revealed for the first time the moral dilemma he faced over Scott McKenna's proposed switch to Aston Villa in 2018.

The Dons turned down a £5m-plus-offer for their prized asset as they held out for £7m from the Villans, with Celtic also keen at the time.

The Scotland international eventually left the Granite City for Nottingham Forest in 2020, for a fee of £3m with add-ons which could yet see Aberdeen secure £6m for their record sale.

McInnes has recalled the difficulty in balancing the need of the player, alongside doing what is best for the club itself.His time for self-reflection comes after Hibs landed £3m for star man Martin Boyle from Al-Faisaly and allowing players the opportunity to make life-changing money.

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