Newcastle United are close to signing Everton's Anthony Gordon after the clubs agreed a deal that could eventually be worth £45m.
It now seems certain the formalities of the 21-year-old forward's move to Tyneside will be completed well before Tuesday's transfer deadline.
The initial fee is understood to be £40m, rising to £45m with add-ons.
Midfielder Gordon was a target for Chelsea in the summer, with Everton reportedly demanding £60m, but the Merseyside club have now decided to cash in.
The are expected to give a portion of the fee to new manager Sean Dyche once he is officially confirmed as Frank Lampard's successor.