Ex-Rangers winger reveals why he snubbed Sunderland to join their League One rivals

McKay penned a loan move to Highbury on deadline day, with Barton later revealing that he had turned down a late move from the Black Cats.

And McKay has now spoken out on his decision, having revealed that the impact of the Fleetwood boss and coach Hill – who he played with at Rangers – played a key role.

“I spoke to him and I spoke to Clint Hill as well, who I’ve played with,” he explained.

“I think the fact that they just seemed so keen to have me here was probably a big factor.

“When Clint was messaging me he was saying they’d love to have me here, and it was the same when I spoke to the gaffer as well.

“The fact you’re wanted somewhere was probably the nicest thing.”