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Coventry delighted with capture of 'exciting' Eastwood from Wolves

Coventry's pursuit of Wolves striker Freddy Eastwood is close to being finalised after the clubs agreed an undisclosed fee for the player.


Sky Blues boss Chris Coleman has been chasing the Wales international all summer but had previously refused to meet Wolves' £1.5million asking price.

Off to Coventry: Freddy Eastwood (right) celebrates with Wales team-mate David Vaughan

Off to Coventry: Freddy Eastwood (right) celebrates with Wales team-mate David Vaughan

The 24-year-old is undergoing a medical on Friday before signing his contract and joining the squad on their pre-season tour of Switzerland on Monday.

Chairman Ray Ranson told the club's official website, www.ccfc.co.uk: 'Freddy has been a long-term target for us and we are delighted to have concluded everything.

'He fits the bill in terms of being a quality player at the right age. We believe he will be an exciting addition to the squad.'

Wolves CEO Jez Moxey added: 'Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the deal will be completed shortly and I would like to take this opportunity of sending him our best wishes for the future.'


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