Makoun set for Greek medical

Makoun set for Greek medical

Published Aug. 29, 2011 9:15 a.m. ET

The Cameroon midfielder has been identified as a top target by the Greek giants and they are closing on a deal. They saw an initial approach knocked back by Villa, with Alex McLeish reluctant to part with players without having cover in place. Olympiakos have, however, returned with a second approach, as. The Cameroon international is now locked in transfer talks, with an agreement believed to be imminent. Once he has thrashed out personal terms, Makoun will undergo physical tests before putting put to paper. Should a deal be pushed through, the 28-year-old will leave Villa less than eight months after he arrived from Lyon.

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