The transfer saga of the January window appears to be drawing to a conclusion, with Manchester United finally set to land Bruno Fernandes.
The Sporting Lisbon midfielder will become Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's first signing of the winter window, boosting United's options and offering a genuine goal threat from midfield.
Here's what James Robson knows so far about the state of the deal...
What has changed in the negotiations?
As early as a week ago, the clubs were understood to be 'miles apart' regarding a potential deal.
However, sources insist “significant progress” was made on Tuesday night, though it is understood final figures are still to be confirmed.
How much will Bruno Fernandes cost?
The two clubs have agreed a deal which will see United pay Sporting an initial €55million (£46.5m), plus €10m in achievable add-ons.
Another €15m will be payable based on Fernandes’ personal achievements, such as winning the Ballon d’Or.
When will Bruno Fernandes arrive in Manchester?
The Portugal international is set to fly to Manchester on Wednesday for a medical at Carrington, as well as putting the finishing touches to his contract.
How long is Bruno Fernandes' contract?
The midfielder will sign a four-and-a-half year deal until summer 2024, with the option of a further 12 months.
What does the deal mean for United's summer plans?
The nature of the deal is viewed as a 'victory' for United, who refused to meet Sporting’s initial asking price of €80m.
That could have a positive knock-on effect regarding potential pursuits of Leicester's James Maddison and Dortmund's Jadon Sancho.
Meanwhile, Mauricio Pochettino was a fan of Fernandes while Tottenham boss: should he replace Solskjaer in the not-too-distant future, the deal appears to make sense from that perspective as well.
