Potters close in on Popov

Stoke boss Tony Pulis is hoping to tie up a move for Dynamo Kyiv full-back Goran Popov early next week.

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Goran Popov: Set for Stoke move
Goran Popov: Set for Stoke move

The 27-year-old Macedonian is expected to join Stoke on a season-long loan deal, before joining up with his national squad.

Popov caught the eye of Pulis during last season’s Europa League match between the sides.

The manager told his club’s official website, http://www.stokecityfc.com: “Goran really impressed me last season.

“He’s an experienced player for his age and he has a great left foot on him.”