Premier League trio scramble to secure Divock Origi's signature ahead of transfer deadline

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TRANSFERS Premier League trio scramble to secure Divock Origi's signature ahead of transfer deadline

Festus Chuma 12:45 - 01.09.2023

Multiple clubs are competing for the potential return of the former Liverpool forward to the English top flight amid ongoing deadline-day talks.

Three Premier League clubs, namely Burnley, Fulham, and Nottingham Forest, have emerged as fierce contenders in the race to secure the signature of AC Milan forward Divock Origi.

With the transfer window set to slam shut on Friday night, negotiations are heating up as these teams strive to strike a last-minute deal for the former Liverpool cult hero.

Origi's potential return to the English top flight has captured the attention of football enthusiasts and pundits alike after being revealed by Sky Sports in Italy.

AC Milan has signaled their willingness to part ways with the talented striker on deadline day, fueling speculations of his imminent move back to the Premier League.

At 28 years old, Origi boasts an impressive resume that includes successful spells in both the Premier League and the Champions League, where he has established himself as a clutch performer, often delivering crucial goals on the grandest stages.

Each of the three clubs are determined to bolster their attacking options and harness the Belgian's goal-scoring prowess. 

Hailing from a footballing lineage, with his father being the retired Kenya international Mike Okoth, Origi's roots run deep in the sport. 

The recent decision to leave him out of Milan's squad during their commanding 4-1 victory over Torino has only intensified speculation surrounding his potential departure.

Milan's ascension to the top of the Serie A table has underscored their determination to reclaim the league title they lost to Napoli in the previous season, but it appears that Origi's future lies beyond the confines of the San Siro.

Earlier reports had hinted at a potential loan move to Sheffield United, igniting a flurry of excitement among fans envisioning Origi's return to the Premier League.

However, these links have faded as swiftly as they surfaced, paving the way for the current trio of suitors to vie for his services.