Dunfermline Athletic boss Jimmy Calderwood has confirmed his interest in Manchester United youngster Alan McDermott.
"He is one of the names in the frame," said Calderwood.
"We are looking for a centre-half for next season and he is one of three or four names.
"We haven't spoken to the club because I'm still really just looking for information.
"The people I know, who know him, are on holiday at the moment so I'll have to wait until they return.
"I've never seen him play and I don't know his qualities.
"He is out of contract and I know that Shrewsbury have made an offer for him.
"I won't do anything until I know more about him, even though that could mean that we're too late."