Nottingham Forest are closing in on a move for Newcastle United striker Chris Wood.
Magpies boss Eddie Howe has confirmed that the New Zealand international is having a medical with the Reds ahead of a transfer to the City Ground. Wood was only signed for Newcastle a year ago for around £25 million, when Howe's men activated a clause in his contract with fellow relegation battlers Burnley to sign him.
The 31 year-old scored twice for Newcastle last season but it was his hold-up play and linking with team-mates that helped Howe's side rally to finish last season in mid-table. Now the Magpies head coach has opened up on Wood's move to the Reds, who will hope to get the deal done by Friday's noon deadline so he can face AFC Bournemouth on Saturday.
