Fulham close in on deadline day swoop for Bordeaux striker Josh Maja on loan as Scott Parker targets much-need alternative to Aleksander Mitrovic
- Josh Maja shot to prominence with Sunderland before moving to Bordeaux
- Striker has just two goals in 17 appearances this season for Ligue 1 side
- Scott Parker wants to bolster attacking resources for his side with striker
Fulham are closing in on a deadline day move for Bordeaux striker Josh Maja.
The Cottagers have been looking to bring in a frontman on loan this window and Maja, formally of Sunderland, emerged as an option.
The deal is not yet done but Fulham are growing in confidence that he will end the day at Craven Cottage.
Josh Maja could move to Fulham on loan with Scott Parker wanting to strengthen up front
Maja joining Fulham would also see him return to the club where he spent some time as a youngster before a spell at Manchester City and then joining Sunderland.
Bordeaux confirmed the signing of Fulham midfielder Jean Michael-Seri for the remainder of the season on Saturday. And the prospect of Maja, 22, heading the other way was raised during talks.
Now it seems Fulham’s search for a much-needed alternative to Aleksandar Mitrovic looks to be nearing a successful conclusion.
Maja joined the French club two years ago after an impressive start to the season for Sunderland, scoring 16 times before the end of January.
Maja impressed initially in France but has struggled for starts so far this season
Maja proved equally clinical in his first full season in France last term, scoring eight times and setting up three more goals despite starting just eight times.
The remainder of his 24 appearances came off the bench.
And a lack of starts this season could see him move on temporarily to secure more regular game.