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Watford striker Odion Ighalo set to join Changchun Yatai - sources

Watford striker Odion Ighalo is close to completing a move to Chinese Super League club Changchun Yatai, sources close to the Premier League side have told ESPN FC.

Watford accepted a fee in the region of £20 million from Changchun Yatai and Ighalo, 27, has now agreed to the move despite interest from other Premier League clubs.

Sources said he was undergoing a medical on Tuesday and was set to complete the switch if it was successful.

West Bromwich Albion and Crystal Palace have shown an interest in the Nigeria international, but Watford were keen to sell to China rather than a domestic rival.