Town close net on Skacel
11 Jul 2008 - 11:28:46
Ipswich Town boss Jim Magilton has revealed he is close to completing the signing of Rudi Skacel from Southampton.
The Czech Republic midfielder spent the second half of last season on loan in the Bundesliga with Hertha Berlin after becoming disillusioned at St Mary's.
The two clubs have reportedly agreed a fee for the 28-year-old international and Magilton is hopeful of luring the former Hearts player to Portman Road.
"I see Rudi as a player that would add some extra quality to our squad," he told the club's official website.
"He's been to the club this week and had a look around and he was impressed by the facilities here and our plans for the future.
"We'd like him at this club and have made him a very good offer and now it's down to him.
"He's gone back to Prague to think over the move and we expect a decision very soon."