Hull City have confirmed a deal with Tottenham for Jake Livermore.
The club said personal terms were now being discussed with the 24-year-old star, who spent last season on loan at the KC Stadium, with a deal expected to be reached early next week.
"Hull City can confirm that an undisclosed fee has been agreed with Tottenham Hotspur for the permanent transfer of Jake Livermore," City announced yesterday afternoon.
"The club is now in talks with the player's representatives over personal terms and we hope to conclude the deal early next week."
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