Sources: Burnley star Zian Flemming in advanced talks to join new club
Lille are advancing in their pursuit of Burnley star Zian Flemming in the closing stages of the window, sources have told Football Insider.
The Ligue 1 club are now optimistic of reaching an agreement, with talks ongoing behind the scenes as they edge towards an agreement that matches Burnley's valuation.
Lille have already seen offers rejected for the 28-year-old, but sources say they are closing in on a deal after positive discussions.
Flemming scored 11 goals in 29 Premier League appearances last season, impressing potential suitors and placing clubs across Europe on high alert over his situation.
Lille have now positioned themselves as the front-runners to agree his signing, moving ahead of their rivals in the race, and are advancing towards a full agreement.
Burnley had been reluctant to let Flemming leave this summer, and are in a strong position with his contract set to run until 2029, but may now opt to cash in.
Are Lille the front-runners to sign Zian Flemming?
Lille are one of a number of clubs to have shown an interest in signing Flemming this summer, with rivals in the Premier League and across Europe also keen.
However, Football Insider revealed on 27 August that Lille are now well-placed to sign Flemming ahead of their rivals, after Everton cooled their interest in the striker.
The Ligue 1 outfit have made multiple bids for his signature, with talks advancing between all parties, and they now believe he will be a Lille player come 1 September.
Everton have also been plotting a move for Flemming, alongside Leeds United, but both Premier League clubs now look set to miss out.
Burnley are standing firm on their asking price and hope to land a significant fee for the striker's services, with Lille now edging closer to matching that price.
If the French outfit get their way, a deal could be agreed within the next couple of days, with optimism that their pursuit will be a success.
How does Flemming feel about leaving Burnley?
With Lille now pushing towards a full agreement with Burnley, any decision about Flemming's future will be down to the player and how he feels about making the move.
Following Burnley's relegation from the Premier League, there has been no shortage of speculation about whether the striker could opt to move on.
Football Insider revealed on 28 August that Flemming is keen to leave Burnley in the coming days as he wants to make the step up to a top European league.
A move to Ligue 1 with Lille would be seen as the ideal next step in his career, while he also has a number of suitors in the Premier League and across Europe.