Sporting Lisbon have confirmed Portugal international Miguel Veloso is poised to join Genoa.
Midfielder looking forward to playing for Gasperini
Sporting Lisbon have confirmed Portugal international midfielder Miguel Veloso is poised to join Serie A side Genoa.
Veloso has often been linked with a move to the Premier League in recent years, with Arsenal and Manchester United reported to be admirers.
However, the 24-year-old is now set to head to Italy to link up with Genoa and he is looking forward to playing for coach Gian Piero Gasperini.
Speaking to Telenord, Veloso said: "I can't wait to start this adventure and to speak with Gasperini.
"I already know that Genoa are strong. I have seen them on television and I know that the team has big ambitions.
"Gasperini is a great coach and I am at his service."
Sporting have confirmed the deal has been agreed and the Portuguese club are likely to receive Alberto Zapater in part-exchange.
