Charlton Athletic are set to beat Premier League side Nottingham Forest to the signing of a sought-after League One star.
Nathan Jones’ side have had a strong start to their Championship campaign, having beaten Preston North End, Derby County and West Ham United to become the only side yet to drop a single point this season.
Their business has already seen them bring in the likes of Tyler Bindon, Arthur Okonkwo and Millenic Alli, but it appears as though their summer activities aren’t over just yet.
Charlton Athletic set to land League One star
Throughout the summer transfer window, interest in AFC Wimbledon’s Junior Nkeng has continued to grow with a plethora of clubs keen to land the talented winger.
Previously, journalist Graeme Bailey claimed that Premier League side Nottingham Forest had agreed an initial fee of £850,000 for the 19-year-old.
This package was reportedly set to rise to over £1 million, but a deal didn’t appear to materialise – and now Charlton Athletic are set to swoop in with an ambitious move of their own.
As reported by journalist Pete O’Rourke, Charlton are advancing in talks to sign Junior Nkeng before Tuesday’s 11pm deadline.
The Spaniard has made two appearances for Johnnie Jackson’s side so far this season, including an outing during Sunday’s clash with Wigan Athletic – though last year was his breakthrough campaign, scoring twice in League One and spent time on loan with Chelmsford City.
However, it appears as though the 19-year-old’s stock is rising and that could see him leave AFC Wimbledon before the transfer window slams shut.
A coup for Charlton
Since his breakout campaign last season, Nkeng’s impressive individual performances have warranted the interest of several high-profiled sides including Nottingham Forest, Millwall and Italian side Lecce.
However, it is becoming increasingly likely that the 19-year-old will complete a permanent move to Championship leaders Charlton Athletic, in what should be seen as an exciting investment by the football club.
Nkeng predominantly features on the left-hand side of the forward line, completing an average of 1.7 dribbles per 90 minutes and has proven to be able to score goals on the first-team scene.
Charlton have a successful history when it comes to wingers, with standout names including Jesurun Rak-Sakyi and most recently Tyreece Campbell, who has started the current season in eye-catching fashion.
Due to his age, Nkeng won’t count towards Charlton’s squad list – meaning the club would still have room for other incomings should they need to on deadline day.