League One manager drops hint over January swoop for Sunderland outcast Aiden McGeady

Grayson has previously worked with McGeady at the Stadium of Light and at former club Preston, and remained tight-lipped on his interest in the 33-year-old.

But with the winger free to leave Wearside in January – and with Blackpool looking to bolster their ranks ahead of a potential promotion push – there is a belief that Grayson could be tempted to move for McGeady once the transfer window opens.

Indeed, the Blackpool chief was full of praise for the Sunderland star when quizzed on his potential interest in a deal.

“I’ve said many a time that McGeady is probably one of the most talented players I’ve worked with during all my time as a manager,” said Grayson, while speaking to the Blackpool Gazette.

“Some of the things he could do on the training pitch, some of the things he could do in match-day situations - both at Preston and at times at Sunderland - showed what a fantastic player he is.

“What a career he has had at Premier League level, he was out in Russia and he’s had nearly 100 caps for Ireland as well. He’s a fantastic player.

"Would he want to come here and would I want him to come here? You know me, I’m not going to answer that am I?”

McGeady will not be involved when Grayson returns to the Stadium of Light with the Seasiders on Saturday, December 14.