Aston Villa have reached an agreement to sign Colombia forward Jhon Duran from Chicago Fire in a reported £18 million ($22 million) deal.
Villa are set to pay an initial £14.75 million, with the fee potentially rising due to add-on clauses in his contract.
“Aston Villa can confirm that an agreement has been reached with Chicago Fire for the permanent transfer of 19-year-old striker Jhon Duran,” said a statement from the Premier League club on Monday.
“The deal is subject to the player passing a medical, agreeing personal terms and obtaining the necessary work visa
