Club Brugge forward David Okereke is closing in on a move to Italian Serie A new boys, Venezia. The forward is currently unsettled in Belgium, and a move away from the Jupiler League holders looks to be in the works.
According to Football Italia, as per Sky Sports,Venezia are close to securing the services of the 23-year-old on a one-year loan deal with the option of a permanent extension at the expiration of the loan deal.
After scoring four goals in 25 games for Club Brugge last season, the Spezia Academy product has had a difficult start to life this season as he has started only one of three Jupiler League games this season.
It does seem like Okereke has a lot of admirers in Italy, as Sampdoria were also interested in signing him but have now fallen behind in the race.
The 23-year-old has also been linked with a move to Besiktas, but a deal with Venice seems likely. The Lagos born forward is versatile as he can play in all positions in attack.
Okereke will join fellow Nigerian Tyronne Ebuehi at the Venice-based side if his move goes through.