Wigan agree to let Moses go to Chelsea
Moses played well against Roberto di Matteo’s men last weekend and the Londoners came back with their fifth offer – believed to be in the region of £9 million – which the club announced yesterday they had reluctantly accepted.
The statement said: “The club can confirm that after four unsuccessful bids from Chelsea for Victor Moses, a fifth bid has finally met the valuation and terms set by Wigan Athletic and been accepted. The player has been given permission to speak with Chelsea.”
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Hide AdTo make matters worse for Roberto Martinez’s side, they will travel to face a Southampton side in buoyant mood ahead of their first home game back in the big-time after their narrow opening defeat at Manchester City.
Saints boss Nigel Adkins said: “Obviously scoring a couple of goals away from home has given the players a bit more belief.
“They have trained very hard this week. There has been a buzz about the training ground this week.”