Plymouth are in advanced talks with Fleetwood for in-demand defender Brendan Wiredu, sources have told Football Insider.
Several EFL clubs have shown an interest in Wiredu this summer, but Plymouth are closing in on his signature.
The Pilgrims have made several bids for the former Colchester man this summer and are now close to agreeing a deal with Fleetwood for the 25-year-old
Wiredu made 34 appearances in League Two last season, helping Pete Wild’s men finish 14th in the fourth tier.
Plymouth set to sign Wiredu
After suffering relegation from the Championship last season, the Pilgrims are now readying themselves for a League One promotion battle under new boss Tom Cleverley.
Having entered advanced talks with Fleetwood over Wiredu, Plymouth are set to end his three-year stint with the Lancashire club.
The 25-year-old previously played in League One for his current side and should be eager for a third-tier return by joining the Pilgrims.
Wiredu is ready for League One challenge
Football Insider verdict
Wiredu’s Fleetwood exploits demonstrate that he is ready to make his return to League One, while interest from promotion hopefuls Plymouth is a heavy endorsement of that.
| Brendan Wiredu stats | League Two 2024/25 |
| Appearances | 34 |
| Duels won % | 64.2 |
| Tackles won % | 61.5 |
| Pass accuracy % | 82.4 |
| Goals | 2 |
Argyle’s recent appointment of Cleverley, who managed Watford for over a season in the Championship, shows the lofty ambitions boasted by the Devon outfit.
Meanwhile, Wiredu has proven his versatility in Fleetwood colors, predominantly playing as a defender but also displaying his comfort in a midfield role.
Even though the Lancashire side finished mid-table in League Two last term, the former Charlton man showed his class and scored two goals from defense.
According to FotMob, Wiredu enjoyed an impressive pass accuracy of 82.4 percent in the fourth tier last season, showcasing his quality in possession.
The Fleetwood man also proved his tenacity by winning 64.2 percent of his duels.
Cleverley faces an ambitious quest in trying to guide Plymouth back to the Championship, but Wiredu’s signature could prove to be a valuable one.
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