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Fulham set to sign Swansea midfielder Matt Grimes with captain's impending departure a key factor behind manager Steve Cooper's decision to leave

Swansea City captain Matt Grimes is closing on a move to Fulham.

The pending sale of the 26-year-old midfielder was thought to be one of the contributing factors to Steve Cooper deciding to leave Swansea last week.

Grimes is one of the most consistent performers in the Championship and has attracted attention from Premier League clubs such as Southampton and Newcastle United.

Fulham are set to complete the signing of Swansea midfielder and captain Matt Grimes

He is due to undergo a medical next week.

Fulham are continuing to build a capable squad for new boss Marco Silva having signed Harry Wilson from Liverpool in a £12m deal at the weekend and former Tottenham goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga.