Two Premier League clubs make late entry into the race for Barcelona winger

Only a while after it was reported that Barcelona winger Ez Abde could be headed to Real Betis on the transfer deadline day, it appears that more clubs have thrown their hats in the ring for his signing.

Earlier today, reports in Spain claimed that Barcelona and Real Betis had already reached an agreement for the sale of Abde, with Los Verdiblancos shelling out €10 million for 50% of the player’s rights.

Real Betis deal not done yet

But, Alfredo Martinez is now reporting that Abde’s move to Real Betis is still not sealed and that more clubs have now entered the picture for the 21-year-old’s signing.

Indeed, as per the report, two Premier League clubs – Nottingham Forest and Wolverhampton Wanderers – have entered the race for the Moroccan international.

Osasuna, where he spent the last season on loan, are also understood to be in the hunt for his services.

Abde is keen on an exit as he wants to play regularly, something he believes would not be possible at Barcelona.

Reports of an agreement over personal terms with Real Betis have been doing the rounds for a while already.

But a chance to move to the Premier League or return to Osasuna, where he thrived last season, might appeal to the former Hercules CF starlet.

Decision imminent

With just around six hours left for the summer transfer window to slam shut, Abde’s decision is expected to arrive imminently.

It has been previously reported that he is most tempted by Real Betis, but it will be interesting to see whether the entry of Nottingham Forest and Wolves changes his position on his next destination.