Balıkesirspor are close to wrapping up a deal for former Flying Eagles striker, Umar Aminu, who represented Samsunspor last season.

Sports daily Fanatik writes on its electronic edition that Balıkesirspor have concluded talks with Samsunspor over the signing of the 19 - year - old.

And in the coming days, the top scorer at the 2013 African Youth Championship will complete his move to Balıkesirspor by signing a contract.

Turkish Super Lig newcomers, Istanbul BB, had expressed interest in Umar Aminu as well as Rizespor, Kasimpasa, Genclerbirligi  and Trabzonspor before Balıkesirspor jumped ahead in the race for the Nigerian starlet.

Umar Aminu, a product of Wikki Tourists, is tied to Samsunspor until May 31, 2016.

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