Gylfi Sigurdsson could officially become an Everton player this weekend.
Talks are continuing between the Blues and Swansea City over a £50 million move for the playmaker, who was left out of his side’s trip to the United States.
Sigurdsson was omitted for the Welsh club’s stateside tour as he attempted to resolve his future with Swans chairman Huw Jenkins last month.
The 27-year-old took part in an open training session at the Liberty Stadium but will not take part in Saturday’s final pre-season friendly with Sampdoria.
Swansea manager Paul Clement confirmed that talks are progressing on a deal to take Sigurdsson to Goodison Park and could be concluded in the coming days.
“He (Sigurdsson) will not play against Sampdoria on Saturday,” said Clement.
“Talks are still going on and hopefully we are going to get some news in the next couple of days.
“The deal needs to be the best for all parties involved, we have got a very, very important season coming up.
“We know what happened last season if you don’t make a good start and we don’t want that to happen again.
“We want to make a good start and everyone wants to know what our squad is going to be going onto the first game of the season.”
Sigurdsson’s transfer fee could fall under £50m amid reports that Swansea are prepared to entertain a part-exchange deal with Everton for the player.
Clement admits that he is open to the prospect, with promising Toffees’ full-back Callum Connolly previously touted as a potential makeweight in the deal.
He added: “Assuming it is the right player coming our way and it is someone we are interested in and fills a need in our squad. Those deals will always have potential.
“I hope it is done today, either way, whether that is selling or not, but we need a quick resolution to the situation.”
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